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Reboot America: A Lesson from Post-Consumerist Cubanew

It sucks that it took a depression to get us here, but historians might just look back on this depression as the event that saved the ecosystem just when we were on the brink of flopping over a climatic tipping point.
Artvoice |
Michael I. Niman |
03-13-2009 |
Commentary
Fixing the Economic Mess Starts at Homenew
The country's economic mess is a reflection of our personal priorities. To fix it, look no further than the back yard.
Jackson Free Press |
Ronni Mott |
02-19-2009 |
Commentary
Tags: economic issues
Money: The Root of All Evilnew

There is one big difference between the Great Depression and 2009. Back then, too many people had too little money. Today, we have the more complicated, almost existential dilemma of too many people having too much money. The caveat: This is not real money.
New Haven Advocate |
Alan Bisbort |
01-27-2009 |
Commentary
Eco Hustle: You'll Tide Edition
Revisiting Dickens' A Christmas Carol brings up some uncomfortable comparisons to go with our holiday cheer.
Flagpole Magazine |
Alan Flurry |
12-22-2008 |
Commentary