King George Loses His Crown

Marie Cocco / Truthdig Apr 5, 2007 In his quest to expand presidential authority, George W. Bush has claimed extraordinary powers, whether to imprison American citizens without charge or ignore the laws of nature. The Supreme Court's ruling on the EPA is a breath of fresh air, not just for the environment but for our democracy. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Elephant in the Room

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Top Court Puts Heat on EPA

Staff / Truthdig Apr 3, 2007 The Environmental Protection Agency is being spurred by the U.S. Supreme Court to revamp its regulatory policies regarding greenhouse gas emissions from cars -- a major concern in the debate over global warming, and one that the agency had previously reserved the right to ignore. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Froma Harrop: Will Americans Sacrifice for Posterity?

Staff / Truthdig Dec 19, 2006 Staving off global warming will depend on our willingness to take the long view and adopt the radically earth-friendly policies that are needed. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

High Court to Hear Global Warming Case

Staff / Truthdig Nov 28, 2006 From the AP: "The Supreme Court hears arguments this week in a case that could determine whether the Bush administration must change course in how it deals with the threat of global warming." Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

EPA Rule Loosened After Oil Exec’s Letter to Rove

Staff / Truthdig Jun 14, 2006 A well-connected Texas oil executive reaches out to Karl Rove and presto!--thus disappears a new rule designed to keep groundwater clear near drilling sites. Dig deeper

Board: Teflon Chemical a Likely Carcinogen

Staff / Truthdig Feb 16, 2006 An EPA advisory group votes unanimously to recommend that a chemical used in Teflon and other nonstick products be considered a likely cause of cancer. Truthdig had a report two weeks ago about the greedy politicos who stymied the phaseout of Teflon. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Phaseout of Teflon Is Rare Win Against Chemical Companies

Heather Sarantis / Truthdig Feb 4, 2006 With manufacturers like DuPont pouring millions into campaign coffers, it is any wonder that consumer health often finishes second to corporate profits? Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Six Ex-EPA Chiefs Slam Bush on Global Warming

Staff / Truthdig Jan 19, 2006 The comments come at an EPA-sponsored symposium. It's unclear whether the current EPA head managed to suppress a snicker while calling Bush "committed" to cleaning up the environment. | story Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )