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Tragedy In Standish

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Tragedy In Standish

Matt Gagnon discussed the tragic school bus accident in Standish, where a young child was killed. Gagnon criticized the quality of bus drivers, citing a recent incident involving a driver with a prior DUI. He suggested reallocating funds from non-essential expenses, like iPads, to ensure qualified bus drivers. Donna proposed redirecting money from sanctuary state initiatives to bus driver salaries. Gagnon highlighted the opaque nature of local town budgets and the need for transparency to address waste and inefficiencies, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing child safety and proper budget management.

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