Category Archives: Environmental

A Reflection On Earth Day Founder Gaylord Nelson: What Would He Have To Say Today?

Today a new generation faces a new set of environmental issues. Fracking. The Keystone Pipeline. Climate Change. But how much different is it really from when Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson shook this country’s environmental conscience? For a look back at Wisconsin’s other governor and great senator, we reconnected with Nelson biographer Bill Christofferson who shared insights and thoughts on this remarkable man. Continue reading

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Earth Day 2012: A Message From The Cosmos

A wisdom voice reminds us that we are all connected to every other living thing. It’s a great thought to ponder on this Earth Day — and every other day. Continue reading

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‘A Community To Which We Belong’

We are proud to feature the Aldo Leopold Foundation in our Wisdom Voices Spotlight. Their new DVD, Green Fire, introduces a 21st century audience to one of the most influential persons of the 20th century. Continue reading

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We Once Gathered 20 Million Strong To Protect The Environment

April is the time to reflect on and highlight the work of those who are fighting to keep environmental issues front-and-center. It’s a time to look back on when we gathered 20 million strong for the first Earth Day as well as to look ahead at the work that still needs to be done. Check back all month for more stories and features. Continue reading

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April Profile: Thomas Linzey

The Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund is working to move us away from a corporate created system of environmental protection toward one that is ecosystem centered. Continue reading

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