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Coming to terms with President Trump

Posted on 15 November 2016 by Peter Boyer

Donald Trump has much to learn about a lot of things, including climate change. But he will learn nothing from Myron Ebell. Every four years, till we’re sick of hearing it, US presidential candidates tell their electors and the world what … Continue reading →

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The contradiction that bedevils energy policy

Posted on 1 November 2016 by Peter Boyer

The Turnbull government’s continuing support for fossil fuels imperils us all. Everything that’s wrong with the government’s vision for Australia’s energy future emerged in this single utterance by Malcolm Turnbull last week: “We have a commitment in Australia which is … Continue reading →

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Trump’s many failings threaten us all

Posted on 18 October 2016 by Peter Boyer

Republicans head for the exits as Trump’s campaign goes into meltdown Four years ago this month a US presidential election campaign was brought to a halt as Hurricane Sandy smashed into New York and New Jersey, leaving death and devastation … Continue reading →

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