Americans woke up this morning to learn that Republican senator from Alaska Lisa Murkowski, introduced legislation last night that would open a portion of a pristine wildlife refuge in her state to oil and gas development.
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Fossil Fuel Alternatives
I often mention the dictionary.com “word of the day,” and how it often provides good subject matter for my mom and I to joke with one another. I also subscribe to the Spanish word of the day at spandict.com, in …
Yesterday’s Elections Reveal Something Very Clear and Simple
Yes, as shown in the FB post here, something is happening here, and I think it’s simply this: Americans have seen enough.
Tagged with: destruction of the environment
What Would We Do Without Humor In Our Lives?
I just came across this dollar bill, and got a chuckle out of the fact that some prankster somewhere saw fit to make an alteration in our U.S. currency. Maybe I shouldn’t be laughing, since defacing currency is a crime, …
Tagged with: Trump is a liar
Sorry, But Exposing “Predatory Televangelists” Is Largely a Waste of Time
Here’s a video that explains why fraudulent faith-healers need to be exposed as liars and cheats. While this isn’t a terrible idea, I’m afraid I have bad news. Con men aren’t the problem; they’re the consequence of the problem, which …
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Island Nations Adopting Renewables At a Hellacious Rate: Just Ask the Tasmanian Devil
What are the main characteristics that define our civilization’s rapid migration to clean energy? Well, one is certain: unevenness. Each region of the world has its own unique set of renewable resources, incumbent energy infrastructure, relative economic strength, and political …
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What Credentials Are Required To Lead the U.S. Department of Energy?
We tend to think that the Secretary of Energy has a hard job. And it used to be exactly that, which is why the past two leaders of the U.S. Department of Energy, Dr. Ernest Moniz and Dr. Steven Chu, …
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Democracy Matters
Here’s a good essay question that could be a part of a college entrance application: Given the facts presented on the left, which country would you suspect has a stronger democracy?
USDA’s Top Scientist: Sam Clovis Kills His Nomination
Sam Clovis, ostensibly concerned about this role in the unfolding tale about Russia and the 2016 election, has withdrawn his nomination. Rats. I was really looking to a chief scientist in agriculture who has woefully inadequate credentials in both science …
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Tagged with: credentials in both science
Some Think Coal Workers Deserved What They Got, Others Offer Them Our Profound Sympathy
One of the great ironies of the “life with Trump” is that, in general, those calling for his removal are harmed by him the least, while those who support him are in the process of having their lives further torn …
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