Category Archives: Science

Here’s to new teachers, and other front-line troops

Conservatives think education is a threat. They’re right. Washington Post — Opinion by Paul Waldman
— August 25, 2022 The conservative campaign against education is many things. As a political matter, it’s about intensifying the culture war so moral panic drives Republican votes. As a policy matter, its long-term goals include dismantling public education. As a … Continue reading Here’s to new teachers, and other front-line troops

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Diet for a Warming Planet: Bye-Bye, Burgers!

The Guardian — 26 August 2022 How US government diet guidelines ignore the climate crisis US government’s 2020-2025 guidance is meat- and dairy-heavy. Experts say that isn’t sustainable Marina Bolotnikova  Supported by (opens in a new window)About this content To keep the climate habitable, most scientists agree that switching to renewable energy alone isn’t enough … Continue reading Diet for a Warming Planet: Bye-Bye, Burgers!

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