Women in Congress Push Back Against Misogyny
“We have every right to do our jobs and represent our communities without fearing for our safety.”
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5 Ways to Push the Climate Conversation on Social Media
“Minimum Viable Planet” is a weeklyish commentary about climateish stuff, and how to keep it together in a world gone mad. This week, five quick tips that really do work!
Should You Have Kids Despite Climate Change?
This decision comes with the privileges of race, class, and citizenship status—which is why reproductive justice needs to be part of the climate conversation.
America Is Not a Democracy, But We Must Become One
The founders of this nation did many things, but establishing democracy was not one of them. That’s our job.
Climate Literacy Is Essential for Effective Change
We need to make it easier to understand basic climate science and emissions reductions.
In This Election, We Can’t Let Down Our Guard
There are some positive signs, but otherwise this is still the biggest trash fire of an election since… well, since 2016.
How Lawyer Moms Mobilized for Immigrant Justice
When Trump signed the “Muslim ban,” lawyer Tahmina Watson recruited a small army to provide free legal aid to immigrants. Then came the family separation policy.
Now Hiring: Producer/Host for Radio Pilot
The application deadline is Nov. 8, 2020.
7 Steps to Stay COVID-Safe This Winter
Cooler weather means more time spent indoors, which requires greater precautions to avoid contracting or spreading the coronavirus.
As Winter Approaches, States Consider How to Keep COVID in Check
As the U.S. braces for a seasonal uptick in COVID-19 cases, two public health researchers assess what’s worked for states to keep infection rates low.
Young Activists Aren’t Waiting For Anyone
Older generations have generally favored “nowism,” which privileges short-term well-being at the expense of long-term environmental and societal sustainability. And today’s youth are done with it.
Why Trump’s Health Care Move Is an Empty Promise
Trump’s executive order can’t replace the protections and systems in the Affordable Care Act.
How Black Classical Musicians Are Creating Community
In Canada, as in the U.S., professional orchestras are overwhelmingly White. But Black classical musicians are finding ways to make sure they’re heard.
How to Find Joy (Even in 2020)
Amid suffering, joy is an incredibly powerful companion.
How to Meet People Who Are Different from You
Diversifying your circle of friends is one of the biggest things you can do to reduce prejudice and bias in the world—and in yourself.
The Radical Power of Your Sourdough Starter
For fermentation revivalist Sandor Katz, making sourdough, kimchi, and kombucha is about more than eating well at home. It’s a metaphor for creative systemic change, bubbling away from the ground up.
“Mr. Vice President, I Am Speaking”: A Culture of Interruption
Politics is a realm where men have been given a free hand to interrupt and talk over women. We can change this.
Harnessing Food Waste to Empower Communities in Brazil
Chef Regina Tchelly repurposes food waste to provide access to healthy food and remedy a broken social system.
The Native History of Indigenous Peoples Day
As more cities and states consider marking Indigenous Peoples Day instead of Columbus Day, one Native American scholar aims to set the record straight on where the movement began.
What’s the Right Term: POC, BIPOC, or Neither?
Hint: There is no right answer, because people are not a monolith.
The Power of Meaningful Good News
“Minimum Viable Planet” is a weeklyish commentary about climateish stuff, and how to keep it together in a world gone mad. This week, the importance of good news, what constitutes it, and how to get more of it!
Trump Gets Socialized Health Care. What About the Rest of Us?
The president has free access to the best medical care in the world. There’s no reason why the rest of America shouldn’t get what their taxes pay for.
Call for Submissions: Toward an Ecological Civilization
Hurry and send us your leads and pitches by Oct. 16.
What Regenerative Farming Can Do for the Climate
Taking care of the soil is the key to making farms and farmers more resilient.
Trump’s Biggest Advantage in Fighting Off COVID: His Wealth
Trump has a number of risk factors that increase the chance of mortality with the disease. But the president’s wealth may be the best medicine he has.
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