At the Ilsley, Educational, Public

Banned Book Tour – Lt Governor Zuckerman

 

We are excited to host Lt. Governor David Zuckerman as he travels the state hosting a series of book readings from banned books at local bookstores and libraries. These events will feature special guests who will join the Lt. Governor to discuss with the audience the importance of free speech, inclusion, democracy, and open dialogue.

Around the country, we have seen the proliferation of book challenges and bans by school districts and local governments. These bans often target books that feature LGBTQ+ characters; talk about gender and sexuality; highlight racial disparities; or talk about difficult issues such as substance abuse and cases of police violence. Students, teachers, and curious minds should be able to access materials that spark critical thinking, cover difficult topics, and appeal to diverse interests without fear of government interference.

Recorded 9/20/23  Producer: MCTV

Addison County Democrats, Governmental, Public

Addison County Democrats: Traditional Medicare versus Medicare Advantage

 

A panel discussion on Traditional Medicare versus Medicare Advantage. In anticipation of the upcoming Medicare enrollment period for 2024, speakers will provide insight into these plans from their perspectives as health care providers and policy experts.The discussion will be moderated by Cheryl Mitchell, former Deputy Secretary for Vermont’s Agency of Human Services.Speakers are:
Dr. Marvin Malek – Hospitalist at Central Vermont Hospital
Dr. Betty Keller – President of the Vermont Chapter of Physicians for a NationalHealth Program
Mike Fisher – Chief Health Care Associate, Vermont Legal Aid
Tom Abdelnour – Legislative Coordinator, Vermont State Employees’ Association

Recorded 9/18/23 [Producer: Addison County Democrats

Educational, Snapshot Series

Snapshot Series: When Cultures Collide with Rene Pellerin

 

Enter the world of the DeafBlind with Rene Pellerin as he recounts stories from his personal experiences as a DeafBlind person living with Usher Syndrome. Rene The Unstoppable uses humor to tell stories of his travels with and without support, frustrations and comic blunders experienced in both the hearing and deaf worlds, and how he’s overcome obstacles along the way. A VT Humanities program.

Recorded 9/13/23
Producer: MCTV

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