Most news media organizations exist to inform, but more than ever in this internet age, in order to survive, the traditional news media look to sell stories as best they can. There is a long-standing aphorism in reporters’ circles: “if it bleeds, it leads.” No doubt...
In this era of infinite possibility, we are still not free from disaster. The raw force of nature can–and often does–overwhelm the unprepared at any given time. Crops destroyed, resources gone, whole cities disrupted, lives obliterated: these are the...
California is experiencing its deadliest fires in state history. The recent landfalls of hurricanes are the worst in recent memory. These events should serve as the catalyst for conversations about climate change and natural disasters. Let’s take a look at how...
With the recent landfalls of Harvey, Irma, Jose, and Maria this hurricane season, the conversation about our preparedness for disasters such these arises yet again. The new variant on the topic is how climate change can threatening our national security. If we take a...
EPA has been in the news more than ever these days, as dramatically reducing its size, scope, power, and influence has been a major public thrust of the Trump Administration. This has made me think back to why and how the Environmental Protection Agency was created. I...
While many assume that with time comes -often dramatic- change, research shows that one things often hasn’t: Where you find Indigenous peoples, you may find some of the largest areas of intact natural resources. In 1992, the Center for the Support of Native Lands...