Grand Canyon Mining Update

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Wednesday July 20, 2011 · 9:45 PM PDT

2011/07/20 · 21:45

The recently extended moratorium on uranium mining in the Grand Canyon appears to be in question, at least for now.

Heralded as a huge victory for environmentalists, the decision by Secretary Salazar and the United States Department of the Interior has been blocked by a recently passed Interior and Environment Bill. The green light for uranium mining in the Grand Canyon joins 25 Republican sponsored anti-environment measures included in the House spending bill.

House Appropriations Committee member Representative Jeff Flake, R-AZ, introduced the Grand Canyon mining rider.

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Tuesday March 22, 2011 · 6:24 PM PDT

2011/03/22 · 18:24

Like most teachers and educational support staff in my Arizona public school district, I am a member of the Arizona Education Association and the National Education Association.

I believe that our collective, union-organized voice empowers us to advocate more effectively on behalf of our students. Additionally, an atmosphere of fairness, respect, and professionalism is created for teachers and educational support staff, union and non-union members alike.

Our collective voice gives us the power to fight for one shared value: Every child has the right to learn.

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Sunday January 02, 2011 · 4:55 PM PST

2011/01/02 · 16:55

It's true that the Democratic Senate failed to pass comprehensive climate legislation in 2010.

And yeah, the Teabaggerz are coming. In fact, the person slotted to chair the House Energy and Commerce Committee has joined (Koch Industries) the party.

Under the circumstances, wanting to give up on politics as usual is more than understandable.

But the deadly reality of climate-caused catastrophes demands our unwavering attention and immediate action.

Let's start with the dysfunctional United States Senate.

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Tuesday September 07, 2010 · 5:13 PM PDT

2010/09/07 · 17:13

Raging flood waters began destroying as much as one-fifth of the country of Pakistan more than a month ago. According to the United Nations, as many as 8 million people are directly affected and dependent on aid.

Most of the population of Pakistan lacks access to clean water. An astounding number of children, 3.5 million, are now at risk of contracting water borne diseases. Many believe a second wave of deaths will occur in the aftermath of the flooding.

Government officials say they are overwhelmed by the scale of the disaster as a million more people have been displaced in recent days.

Some Americans (and some Kossacks) are wary of helping a country perceived as being influenced by fundamentalist religious groups and a corrupt government/military. But the vast majority of people suffering in Pakistan are the women, the children, and the families. They are victims of their government's problems, and now, this ecological catastrophe. Most importantly, the lives of millions of human beings are in immediate danger. How can you help?

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Monday August 23, 2010 · 4:57 PM PDT

2010/08/23 · 16:57

Generosity of spirit is once again displayed by the Daily Kos community as so many open their eyes, hearts, and pocketbooks for flood-ravaged Pakistan.

But we can't take our eyes off of what many are calling the largest global catastrophe to date. More than 2,000 Pakistanis have lost their lives and an additional 6 million people require immediate assistance due to the threat of mass disease and starvation.

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Thursday August 05, 2010 · 4:05 PM PDT

2010/08/05 · 16:05

Here's the back story: Senate inaction on energy/climate leaves me disheartened yet more determined than ever to do something, now. A recent conversation with a voter revealed that energy efficiency measures have saved her $40 per month on electric bills over the last year. (I love connecting with voters...lots of learning and inspiration for me). Finally, a comment by Kossack FishOutofWater gave me a big nudge.

"We are wasteful and inefficient users of resources." FishOutofWater 6-29-10

The Senate failed despite having a willing participant in the energy industry. Utility companies support a bill that mandates greenhouse gas emissions and favors renewable energy. They prefer dealing with Congress, not the EPA/ Clean Air Act.

"Industry has been here over and over again literally begging the Senate to put a price on carbon. " Senator Mark Udall, D-CO

Maybe the climate peacocks didn't want to stick out their necks before midterm elections, or the fear of being targeted by teabaggers for backing climate measures was too much to bear. Some say the recession makes it difficult to pass legislation that could increase electricity costs. Enter California.

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What is your favorite thing about California?

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What is your favorite thing about California?

The Pacific Ocean

12 votes

Disneyland, Theme Parks

0 votes

San Francisco/Bay Area

21 votes

Hollywood

0 votes

Environmental and Clean Energy Innovations

13 votes

Sex on the Beach (not the beverage)

3 votes

California's National Parks (Visit for free August 14-15)

7 votes

Wine Country

1 vote

Great Rodney Glassman U.S. Senate News! AZ Action Needed

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Friday July 23, 2010 · 2:53 PM PDT

2010/07/23 · 14:53

The Rodney Glassman for Arizona U.S. Senate campaign received some great news today! The Democratic candidate and primary front-runner has been endorsed by the Arizona Education Association, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, and the Service Employees International Union.

"I would like to thank the members of these great organizations for their support and welcome them enthusiastically to our team." Rodney Glassman

The feeling of "virtual" disappointment in the wake of failed Senate climate efforts was evident in many DKos diaries and comments yesterday. But I am certain that none of us intends to walk away from this most critical challenge anytime soon.

More than ever, our focus on electing progressive Democratic Senators who strongly support comprehensive climate change legislation must remain.

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Monday July 19, 2010 · 6:42 PM PDT

2010/07/19 · 18:42

The House passed "American Clean Energy and Security Act" marked the first time comprehensive global warming legislation has passed either chamber. The bill reduces greenhouse gas pollution 17% by 2020 and 83% by 2050.

Since the House bill's passage, Big Energy and other special interests have spent millions of smelly energy dollars trying to block energy reform with claims of ensuing job losses and tax increases. The GOP has dutifully joined in with cries of a "national energy tax," thereby stoking the fears of moderate "brown dog" Democrats, many of whom have supported climate legislation in the past.

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Thursday June 10, 2010 · 4:15 PM PDT

2010/06/10 · 16:15

Sweet Mother Earth is smiling today. Republican Senator Lisa Murkowsi's so-called "Dirty Air" amendment has failed by a vote of 53 to 47.

Senate Joint Resolution 26 would have overturned EPA authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions as well as key provisions of The Clean Air Act.

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Tuesday April 27, 2010 · 5:05 PM PDT

2010/04/27 · 17:05

An awesomely diverse group of more than 3,500 people rallied against SB 1070 at the Arizona Capitol on Sunday. The emotionally-charged message was loud and clear: This bill will not stand!

Arizona Representatives Raul Grijalva and Ed Pastor, Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon, Illinois Representative Luis Gutierrez and countless Democratic Legislators and Union Leaders from around the state addressed the enthusiastic crowd while I tried to find people who were not yet registered to vote and my sister took some amazing photos.

On to the photos, courtesy of my fabulous sister. Hope you enjoy...

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Friday April 02, 2010 · 1:31 PM PDT

2010/04/02 · 13:31

I thought my first diary would be very different. I've been looking forward to digging into some research, creating a colorful graphic, and maybe even embedding a video clip.

Instead, opportunity presented itself in the form of a precious six year old child.

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Why Teachers Like Me Support Unions

Senate Rules Reform: Time to Act

Pakistan Flood Relief: How You Can Help Today

Forgotten Humanity: Tragedy Continues in Pakistan

California Pioneers Clean Energy Solutions W/Fun Poll!

Great Rodney Glassman U.S. Senate News! AZ Action Needed

Are Brown Dogs 'Fertilizing' Climate Bill Efforts?

Murkowski Amendment Fails! Please Thank Democratic Senators

Arizonans Fight Back At Phoenix Rally... Photos Galore!

"My Mom Said He Isn't Our President"