America is the greatest nation on the planet. Period.
When we're out shopping and see those three words “Made in America,” there is a small bit of pride that we get out of knowing we are supporting jobs right here at home. Whether it's a small mom-and-pop store or a multibillion-dollar corporation, an American business is still an American business.
The Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Plant is run by one of those American businesses, and it supports more than 620 jobs right here in our local community.
Many workers who run the facility are veterans who have proudly served our nation in uniform. Some started off in the Coast Guard defending our shores and saving those who fall into harm's way. Some started off serving in our nation's Navy, keeping waters across the world safe from hostile enemies. Some started off protecting the skies in our nation's Air Force. Still others served in our Army and Marine Corps, defending our freedom in times of both national crisis and war.
The state of Vermont is beginning to gain a reputation for passing unconstitutional laws. In fact, within the past few years, multiple laws that the Vermont legislature has passed have been shot down by the Supreme Court. This is once again happening with its laws concerning Vermont Yankee. To...
Nuclear power, and Vermont Yankee, are increasingly controversial topics. But no matter what side of the aisle you rest on, if you live in Vermont or New Hampshire, you'll be affected if Vermont Yankee closes. Do I know for sure what the future holds for Vermont? No, and certainly...