A few weeks ago, we mentioned the way in which vaccine exemptions have been attacked during this past year. We seem to be moving closer and closer to mandatory vaccination and away from the concept of informed consent.

You will be glad to know that one of the bills mentioned in that post was amended to protect parents’ right to choose. The Vermont House voted to uphold philosophical exemptions for vaccines in the state – that is, the right of parents to refuse vaccines based on their philosophical beliefs. The House’s decision came despite the Senate vote, earlier this year, to eliminate such exemptions.

While this is heartening, there is still work ahead for those of us who are skeptical regarding vaccine safety and who therefore want to protect a parent’s right to decide in the best interests of their child. It is likely that the pharmaceutical industry will attempt…