Julie M. Rodriguez

Julie M. Rodriguez is an United States expat working as a copywriter in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. She’s passionate about politics, social justice, green living, education and the arts.

News

This Native American Tribe Wants to Block Trump’s Wall

If Trump tries to force his wall through the Tohono O'odham Nation, he's in for a fight.

By: Julie M. Rodriguez ,; Care2

November 22, 2016

News

Environment & Health

Millions of Trees Are Dying Across the US

Forests are one of the Earth's most important protections again climate change.

By: Julie M. Rodriguez ,; Care2

October 15, 2016

News

Environment & Health

A Drop in Biodiversity Is Putting the World at Risk

Researchers fear the extinction of species may have already dropped below a “safe” level.

By: Julie M. Rodriguez ,; Care2

July 19, 2016

News Analysis

US Border Control Wants to Monitor Travelers’ Social Media Accounts

US Customs and Border Control proposed a slight change to the usual screening process for visitors applying for a visa at the border.

By: Julie M. Rodriguez ,; Care2

July 5, 2016

News Analysis

Environment & Health

Study Shows Americans’ Bodies Are Filled With Carcinogens

Americans may have up to 420 different carcinogenic chemicals present in their bodies in amounts that exceed EPA safety standards.

By: Julie M. Rodriguez ,; Care2

June 19, 2016

News Analysis

At Least 33 US Cities May Be Hiding Lead in Drinking Water

Reporters looked at 41 cities across 17 states, and compared local officials' water testing methods to those by the EPA.

By: Julie M. Rodriguez ,; Care2

June 7, 2016

News Analysis

Could You Be Arrested Over Your Student Loan Debt?

Unfortunately, it's fairly common for shady debt collectors to pose as US Marshals, bogus federal agents or DOJ officials in order to intimidate borrowers into repaying their debts.