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Submitted by vtrural on Thu, 10/21/2010 - 09:52

What does Vermont mean to you?: 
Family history of summers here.
What common values do Vermonters share?: 
independent thinkers
What challenges and opportunities do we see for our communities and state?: 
population growth management as seen in sprawl and ethnic diversity, drug control and rehabilitation, economic prosperity
What should our priorities be as we work together to prepare Vermont for the future?: 
listening to other points of view, seeking concensus amicably, looking at both long- and short-term human impacts
How do your thoughts about Vermont's values, future challenges and priority issues apply to YOUR community?: 
I vote for environmentally friendly initiatives, which is my primary concern.