The passion of youth
We made note here of efforts by students in northern Vermont to not only help keep riverways clear of rubbish, but also to have an impact on the sources of such pollution and unsightliness. After noticing the high number of tires being tossed into rivers, the students are getting behind efforts to pass state legislation calling for a deposit, similar to those on many bottles and cans in Vermont.
Look for an editorial by us speculating on just how great an impact student age people can have, especially in a small state like Vermont, and especially since everyone became connected online. On many issues, concerted efforts by Net connected teens and college age Vermonters could put reform legislation over the top.
Jim Therrien
Editor