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John Bossange
Coverage of John Bossange in the Nexus archive.
Better (not Bigger) Vermontorganization2Jerry Wardperson1Vermont Futures Projectorganization1Vermont Business Roundtableorganization1Beta Technologiesorganization1OnLogicorganization1housing shortagetopic1wealth distribution problemtopic1Vermontplace1Housing Developmenttopic1environmental degradationtopic1affordable housingtopic1
- Vermont is not for sale
John Bossange and Jerry Ward of Better (not bigger) Vermont criticize pro-development policies, arguing that speculative housing, environmental degradation, and wealth inequality—not a housing shortage—plague Vermont. They highlight 65,000 unoccupied homes in Vermont, mostly owned by investors, and question the affordability of new homes for residents.
- Vermont needs better housing, not just more of it
The article by John Bossange from Better (not Bigger) Vermont criticizes the construction of new housing in Vermont for prioritizing wealthy buyers over local families and damaging the natural landscape through clear-cutting. It argues for more sustainable, affordable housing that preserves the environment and community character.