Mary Catherine O’Connor

Mary Catherine O’Connor writes about the environment, adventure sports, and technology. www.mcoconnor.com

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Humans, Fish and Other Animals Are Consuming Microfibers in Our Food and Water

As tiny fibers shed from synthetic textiles invade our bodies, researchers scramble to identify potential threats.

By: Mary Catherine O’Connor ,; Ensia

October 7, 2018

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It’s a Hardrock Life

In Wisconsin's picturesque Northwoods, a big battle over iron-ore extraction is pitting environmentalists and Native Americans against mining companies and their political allies.

By: Mary Catherine O’Connor ,; EarthIslandJournal

August 7, 2014

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Which Air Carriers Are Poised to Cash In From Trump’s Mass Deportations?

Judge Orders Release of Georgetown Scholar Badar Khan Suri From ICE Detention

House Republicans Advance Massive Tax Cuts for the Rich

As Trump Pushes Talks With Iran, Israel’s Genocide Continues in Gaza

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Which Air Carriers Are Poised to Cash In From Trump’s Mass Deportations?

Judge Orders Release of Georgetown Scholar Badar Khan Suri From ICE Detention

House Republicans Advance Massive Tax Cuts for the Rich

As Trump Pushes Talks With Iran, Israel’s Genocide Continues in Gaza