Truthout
Climate Crisis
Noam Chomsky on Fascism, Nuclear Weapons, Climate Change and Julian Assange
This hour-long special features an excerpt of Chomsky’s speech and his on-stage interview with Amy Goodman.
Anchorage Hits 90 Degrees for First Time in Recorded History
The record heat forced officials to cancel planned Fourth of July firework celebrations due to wildfire concerns.
Over One-Tenth of Global Population Could Lack Drinking Water by 2030
As civilization faces existential threats, Trump is trying to end long-term climate studies.
Democratic Debate Spent Less Than 10 Minutes on Climate Change
Progressive critics argue that the DNC must agree to host a debate focused specifically on climate change.
In First Debate, 2020 Candidates Must Step It Up on Climate Change
The next president will decide the world’s climate future. When will the candidates start acting like it?
Oregon GOP Lawmakers Flee State to Stall Vote on Historic Climate Bill
Right-wing militias supporting the rogue Republicans have threatened violence.
What’s Next for the Youth Climate Lawsuit
Despite continued court delays, confidence remains high among the young people suing the government.
Dozens Arrested in Protest Demanding New York Times Improve Climate Reporting
Outside the New York Times building, protesters demanded, “Report the urgency! This is a climate emergency!”
History Proves We Can’t Count on the Democratic Party for a Green New Deal
The 1966 failed struggle for the Freedom Budget offers lessons in the fight for a Green New Deal.
In the Face of Climate Collapse, We Need the Wisdom of Elders
Western industrial culture abandons elders. Now more than ever, we must instead recognize their wisdom.