14-Year-Old Makes History Running for Vermont Governor
A Vermont freshman just became the first person under 18 to qualify for the state's gubernatorial ballot. Dean Roy wants to prove young people can lead real change.
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14-Year-Old Runs for Vermont Governor to Inspire Teens
A freshman in high school just made history by qualifying for Vermont's gubernatorial ballot, becoming the first candidate under 18 to run for governor. Dean Roy isn't running to win but to prove young people can spark real change.
Political Rivals Unite at Hospital After Protest Injury
When a BJP lawmaker was injured setting fire to his effigy, her political opponent visited her hospital bedside with a message of unity. The gesture is drawing praise across party lines in India's often divisive political landscape.
Vermont Students Get Paid to Build Real Business Skills
A new University of Vermont program connects students with paid projects at Vermont companies, giving them real work experience while keeping talent in the state. The Vermont Innovation Accelerator launched in March 2026 to bridge the gap between classroom learning and career success.
Vermont Pastors Bring Hope to 70+ Prison Volunteers
Every Wednesday night, Pastor Josh Riggs puts on sweatpants and walks into a Vermont women's prison to lead services, deliberately dressing like the incarcerated women he serves. He's one of over 70 volunteers bringing spiritual support to people behind bars across Vermont's six prisons.
Political Strategist Shows How Stories Can Bridge Divides
A political strategist reveals why Americans vote against their own interests and how better storytelling about democracy could heal the nation's deep political divide. Her research on tribal instincts offers unexpected hope for unity.
Vermont Skier Bill Koch's Legacy Inspires 2 Olympic Medalists
A small-town Vermont skier who won America's first Olympic cross-country medal in 1976 created a youth ski program that's now producing Olympic champions. Fifty years later, his legacy just helped another Vermonter reach the podium.
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Mexico Achieves Gender Parity in Politics, Leads Americas
Mexico now has more women than men in its federal legislature and half its cabinet, surpassing the United States by double in female political representation. The transformation happened in just 17 years thanks to constitutional reforms requiring gender parity.
Thailand Ends Political Chapter as Thaksin Completes Sentence
After decades of political exile, Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra reunited with family after completing his sentence, potentially closing a divisive chapter in Thai politics. The 76-year-old's release marks a moment of reconciliation between opposing political forces.
Venezuela Passes Amnesty Bill for Political Prisoners
Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously approved a groundbreaking amnesty law that could free political prisoners and lift bans on opposition leaders. After years of political tension, both government and opposition members voted together for reconciliation.
Artist Wins After 10-Month Fight Over Political Satire
An Australian artist who faced criminal charges for anti-fascist political artwork just had his case dismissed after 10 months of legal battle. The court ordered prosecutors to pay his legal costs, upholding his right to create political art.
Venezuela Frees Political Prisoners, Closes Torture Prison
Venezuela's acting president announced an amnesty bill that could free hundreds of political prisoners and shut down the country's most notorious detention center. The move comes after regime change brought new hope to a nation torn by decades of political persecution.
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How Terror Lekota Made South African Politics Competitive
When Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota broke from the ANC in 2008, he didn't just start a new party—he transformed South Africa's entire political landscape. His bold move showed that challenging the ruling party was possible, inspiring a wave of political competition that continues today.
AI Tool Cuts Political Polarization on Social Media
Researchers created a browser extension that reduces political polarization by reordering social media feeds, proving algorithms fuel division and offering a solution anyone can use. The tool worked across all political viewpoints during the 2024 election.
Venezuela Proposes Amnesty for Political Prisoners Since 1999
Venezuela's new acting president announced plans to free political prisoners and close a notorious torture facility, bringing hope to families who haven't seen loved ones in months. The proposal would cover all political violence cases dating back to 1999.
Venezuela Frees 80+ Political Prisoners in Ongoing Release
At least 80 political prisoners walked free from Venezuelan prisons on Sunday, marking the latest wave of releases in the country's shifting political landscape. Human rights groups are working with the UN to verify the full scope of these releases, which could signal a new chapter for Venezuela.
Vermont Volunteers Map Butterflies for Conservation
Volunteers across Vermont are teaming up with scientists to create the state's second butterfly atlas, tracking how species have changed over 20 years. Their citizen science work is helping shape future conservation efforts while connecting communities to nature.
Vermont's Forests Rose From 25% to 75% in a Century
By the 1880s, Vermont had chopped down nearly all its forests. A new book reveals how citizens and advocates brought them all back.
Movie Star Vijay Wins Tamil Nadu in Political Debut
Actor Joseph Vijay's two-year-old political party is set to win Tamil Nadu's elections, proving that star power can still translate into real political change. Meanwhile, India's BJP party scores its first win in West Bengal while Congress reclaims Kerala from communist rule.
Vermont EVs Selling Out Before Reaching Dealership Lots
Electric vehicles are flying off Vermont dealership lots so fast that buyers are joining waitlists for cars that haven't even arrived yet. Lower prices and state rebates are helping drivers make the switch despite federal incentives ending.
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