Former Vermont governor talks transitional tidal wave
Just days now before President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, Americans are preparing for a transitional tidal wave with both the presidency and the Senate flipped red to blue. Former Vermont Governor James Douglas recounts his own experiences during the Obama administration’s infancy, and discusses what to expect of a new president tasked with moving heaven and earth to hurry vaccine distribution and help our economy back to its feet. Plus, a walkthrough of lifetime perks enjoyed by outgoing members of Congress. Would YOU consider a run for office?
While millions of households have welcomed new pets since March, how has the pandemic impacted child welfare and adoption services? Penny Collins from the Adoption Partners of Maine explains the hurdles organizations like hers have faced when trying to match hopeful parents and adoptees during our socially-distant era. Also, a mother’s perspective on the developmental impact of distance learning, and how to talk to children about an anxiety-inducing news cycle.