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Australian scientist and writer. He is chair of the Copenhagen Climate Council. He is author of the international bestseller The Weather Makers. His latest book is Now or Never: Why We Must Act Now to End Climate Change and Create a Sustainable Future.
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Amidst Uncertainty on US Role in Upcoming Climate Talks, 350.org Holds International Climate Action Day in 170 Nations
Seven weeks before the UN Copenhagen Climate Conference, the group 350.org is organizing an International Climate Action Day. More than 4,500 events are scheduled to take place in 170 nations. We speak to two of the major thinkers and writers tackling climate change: the writer and environmentalist Bill McKibben, co-founder and...October 23, 2009 | Story -
Fearing Mass Protests, World Bank and IMF Shorten Upcoming Meetings
World Bank and IMF officials cited fear of violent protest in deciding to shorten the upcoming Washington, DC gathering from one week to two days. Activists describe the decision as a partial victory, but note that the meetings will still take place behind closed doors and pursue the same policies on loans and aid to impoverished countries. The Washington Metropolitan Police has requested of millions...August 14, 2001 | Story
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By Amy Goodman with Denis Moynihan
Gen. John Allen, commander of U.S. Forces Afghanistan, spoke Wednesday at the Pentagon, four stars on each shoulder, his chest bedecked with medals. Unlike Allen, many decorated U.S. military veterans left the streets of Chicago after the NATO summit without their medals.
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In an extended interview, David Bronner, president of Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps, discusses the history of the company, why they put sustainability and social justice ahead of profits, the organic and GMO labeling movements, the U.S. war on hemp, and why they refuse to sell out. [includes rush transcript]
Human Rights Watch’s Kenneth Roth examines why the U.S. has not pressured Bahrain to release pro-democracy activists. He also discusses Syria and the conditions in Israeli jails and courts that prompted 1,550 Palestinian prisoners to go on a hunger strike. [includes rush transcript]
