The English philosopher and aesthete reminds thinking people – and especially liberals – that despite rampant know-nothingism on today's political right wing, the conservative movement has always had an intellectual foundation.
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California Bans Plastic Bags, and Zaps Your Freedom
With the passage of Proposition 67, California became the first state to ban single-use plastic grocery bags. It also requires most stores to charge shoppers 10 cents for either reusable plastic bags or paper bags. The idea is to manipulate people into using cloth totes to carry home their groceries. Hooray for the environment? Maybe.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man,’ by John Perkins
John Perkins has updated his blockbuster — on the dirty secrets of how we run economies into the ground. "The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man" is a chilling, fascinating must-read. And it's all true.
Read More »Rooftop Solar: California Legislature’s Newest Renewable Energy Campaign Is Through the Roof
California is pushing for rooftop solar energy to help increase its sustainable energy use to 50% by 2030.
Read More »Music Review: Xavier Rudd & The United Nations – ‘Nanna’ – New Release from Australia’s Eco Warrior
A great album - come to it with an open mind. It might change your heart.
Read More »Sustaining the Environment, One Step at a Time.
A Conference at Omega Institute highlighted what others are doing to move toward prosperous, resilient and sustainable communities that are beneficial for the environment.
Read More »DVD Review: ‘Doctor Who – The Green Death Special Edition’
Originally in 1973, it is notable as the final serial in which Jo Grant serves as companion to Jon Pertwee's Doctor.
Read More »Are Low-Flow Toilets Really Environmentally Friendly?
Are they worth the investment, and do they really reduce energy and water usage and save money?
Read More »Book Review: ‘Bella Saves the Beach’ by Nancy Stewart
As a parent, I like the idea of teaching kids the importance of taking care of the environment.
Read More »Yes, You Can Stop Coal
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