Dear EarthTalk: It might seem obvious, but what would be the primary benefits of public transit as an alternative to the private automobile if our country were to make a
I've been reminded that Los Angeles County supervisors are considering a "Clean Water, Clean Beaches Measure," which would impose an annual fee on virtually all county
For many of us, the New Year brings a desire to look forward with a clear vision and a positive outlook, which is exactly what our higher education system needs.
Readers often assume that I love writing. I wish that were the case. Frankly, I view writing much as I view working out in the gym. I love both activities,
Is it possible that Jerry Brown, a life-long Democrat, is now the voice of reason in Sacramento?
There was a time when Democrats were proud to declare themselves the
As cracks form among CEOs and Republican members of Congress over their hardline anti-tax position in the fiscal showdown, religious leaders from across the ideological spectrum have been united
Gifts have been bought. Presents wrapped. Now all that remains is the giving and receiving. Oh, and the tracking, of course. Little did you know that all the while you
In March of 2011, the Office of Academic Affairs [at Santa Monica College] sent a letter to three of our part-time Associate Faculty members informing them that their Associate
Dear EarthTalk: Which are the greenest American cities, and why?
— D. Hansen, Wichita, Kan.
Which American city is the greenest depends on who you ask. Every year dozens of publications
Thenew CityCouncil has been sworn in.Ted Winterer and Tony Vazquez joined Terry O'Day and Gleam Davis who were just re-elected. Kevin McKeown, Bob Holbrook and Pam
I write these words chiefly to women and girls who have had an abortion. Still, it is my humble hope and honest prayer that anyone weighing this life-versus-death
