This week in OtherWords, I give you a good reason to read Naomi Klein’s new book about the climate challenge, Jill Richardson applauds California’s efforts to stop using billions of single-use plastic bags, and Josh Hoxie says the #RichKids of Beverly Hills reality TV show proves that Uncle Sam needs to do more about taxing great fortunes.
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- The Next Round of an Unwinnable War Beckons / Amanda Ufheil-Somers
Bombing raids on Islamic State targets in Iraq may just make things worse. - Restoring Government by the People, for the People / Marge Baker
It doesn’t have to be this way. - Worried About Climate Change? Ban Fracking on Federal Lands / Wenonah Hauter
It’s up to Congress to protect our national treasures. - A Simpler Solution to Climate Change / Emily Schwartz Greco
Naomi Klein wants everyone to join forces and just pull the plug on oil, gas, and coal. - Ted Cruz Dreams Up Assorted Fossil Fuel Favors / Jim Hightower
He’s got a nifty plan to alleviate Native American poverty by opening up their tribal lands to oil drilling. - Taxing the #RichKids / Josh Hoxie
A reality TV show’s gaudy displays of wealth beg the question: How much is too much? - California Adds Steam to the Bag-Banning Movement / Jill Richardson
We can conserve by not wasting stuff we don’t actually need. - A Change in the Weather / Khalil Bendib cartoon