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The elected officials making political hay from disasters – Grist
Republican Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick faced backlash for their handling of the disaster, with…
Trust Issues | Grist
State trust lands are a contentious issue that affects Indigenous nations across the Western United States. These lands,…
What if nature had a voice in legislation? A ‘planetary parliament’ could give it one. – Grist
The Planetary Democrats' proposal for a planetary parliament is certainly a radical departure from traditional governance structures. But…
The disaster effect – Grist
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What back-to-back storms did to Lake Charles, Louisiana – Grist
“I’m not giving up. I ain’t got nowhere else to go,” Gallien said. “This is my home. I…
Methane leaks are a climate problem. These satellites could help find them. – Grist
The hope is that satellites like MethaneSAT, and now Tanager-1, can help pinpoint the sources of methane emissions…
Lessons from Houston’s Katrina response – Grist
If you're interested in learning more about the long-term impacts of Hurricane Katrina and how it shaped the…