Shareholder resolutions are increasingly steering the course of corporate governance, with a notable emphasis on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. These investor-driven proposals are demanding greater transparency and accountability from companies, advocating for sustainable and
A recent Gallup study highlights a deepening crisis in American confidence toward national institutions. Foremost, the federal government faces a profound trust deficit, with an overwhelming 68% of the populace expressing skepticism toward it. This marks a serious shift from a country once
The controversial "Stasi Clause," a proposed addition to the U.S. Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, has ignited a fierce debate over privacy rights and state surveillance powers. This contentious clause would require citizens to secretly gather intelligence for government agencies, a notion
The health of the air we breathe is a matter of great environmental and public health importance. Its quality can have profound effects on our health and lifespan, particularly in vulnerable communities. A particularly troubling pattern has surfaced where regulatory oversight for air quality may
In a significant legal showdown, the Montana Environmental Information Center (MEIC) is clashing with the state's Department of Justice over public access to information. This confrontation centers on the environmental repercussions of Teck Coal's operations on Montana's water sources. MEIC is
Stern's Critique of Political Leadership The Illusion of Climate Realism Todd Stern, a key figure in climate diplomacy, has spoken out against leaders who claim to be "realistic" but advocate for a slow approach to decarbonization. Stern argues that this viewpoint is dangerously outdated given the
