Thursday, April 25, 2024

Presidential candidates should telegraph VP favorites

We only elect twosomes to the White House. Why not learn sooner, not later, what that combo would look like? Frankly, I don’t see much downside – and distinct benefits.

Senate confirms more members of Trump’s ‘legion of doom’

Sanders: “The nomination of Mr. Tillerson is one of the worst choices President Trump has made for his cabinet (and he’s made a lot of bad choices).”

How ‘historic’ are we?

Truth to tell, the word historic does get tossed around rather loosely these days.

Coal communities ask Trump to honor his promises

They want Trump to take action to make sure coal CEOs and companies keep promises to restore the landscape and local environments by “reclaiming” the old mines, which would mean jobs in coal communities.

Corporate media myths about the chaos on Capitol Hill

The phraseology about “the two big” or “biggest" spending bills is a common media refrain. And it’s a myth.

Syrian missile attack, an opportunity to challenge militarism

We must lift the fog of war before it gets too thick.

1,000+ rhinos poached in South Africa for fourth straight year

Together, we need to commit to long-term demand reduction efforts to protect rhinos.

Trump caves to Big Ag, reverses humane requirements for “USDA Organic” livestock

Consumers pay more for organic with the expectation that the animals are treated more humanely than in conventional farming.

‘We are still in’: U.S. leaders reaffirm commitment to Paris Agreement

“U.S. leadership on climate change doesn't begin or end in Washington.”