Contains chapters on voter registration, absentee votes, warnings of meetings, budget preparation, election of officers, methods of balloting and town charters.

Contains chapters on voter registration, absentee votes, warnings of meetings, budget preparation, election of officers, methods of balloting and town charters.

"Democratic systems have been used by many communities throughout history to solve problems cooperatively. Here in Vermont, freedom isn't a free-for-all, and unity doesn't mean uniformity. From town meetings, to cooperatives, and all the way up to the state house, Vermont's approach to democracy is by turns unique, varied, and inspired. Freedom & Unity is an overview of the past, present, and promise of democracy and civics in our brave little state."...