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International efforts, such as the Paris Agreement, aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But experts say countries aren’t doing enough to limit dangerous global warming.
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December 6, 2010
United States
Why U.S.-Korea Trade Deal Matters
The new U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement has the potential to measurably spur the economy and reassure a top U.S. ally, but President Obama needs to take firmer steps to boost a flagging trade agenda,…
May 19, 2010
Energy and Climate Policy
What the PA-12 Special Election Says About Cap and Trade
The special election to replace the late Rep. John Murtha (D) was, as Politico notes, the only House race last night that really matterered to both parties. Democrat Mark Critz decisively beat Republ…
October 1, 2018
United States
How Does the U.S. Spend Its Foreign Aid?
With President Donald J. Trump advocating for deep cuts to U.S. foreign aid, debate has renewed over the role of foreign assistance funds in boosting growth, promoting democracy, and saving lives.
November 18, 2010
Politics and Government
The Gauntlet Is Thrown Down
Walking by Westminster this morning I was reminded of the grandeur of democracy. Watching the battle back in Washington over the New START Treaty, I am reminded that democratic practice is often m…
November 16, 2010
Politics and Government
Election Re-Cap
Two weeks after the midterm elections that shook up Washington, here are five things we know: 1. The Democrats took a beating. When your party loses more House seats than in any election sinc…
