Via TreeHugger, a cool alternative to rubber seems to be in the works....from everyday dandelions. Discovery News
is highlighting an interesting development in the field of rubber.
Via True Majority
And for an explanation of why committing to nuclear disarmament makes sense as a national priority, don't miss Matthew Yglesias' On Day One contribution.
All governments should provide more funding to developing countries to help them achieve the Millennium Development Goals, particularly those related to health. Even a small increase in funds will help men, women, and children have better access to good health, which is a precondition for a healthy global village and sustainable global development.
Proclaim that the USA will, for as long as the sun shines and rivers flow into oceans, live in PEACE AMONG ALL PEOPLES AND IN HARMONY WITH NATURE and begin converting the "military-industrial complex" to peaceful institutions and functions, such as education, health-care, and the restoration of Planet Earth's ecological and/or biological integrity -- for neither "EVIL" or IGNORANCE can ever be eliminated with bullets or bombs, or armies or wars.
Disclose All details regarding the SPP between Can,Usa,Mex to the general population and allow a form before referendum-Delay any further discussions of continental mergers until a new platform based on Peacekeeping, Education and the Peoples health and well-being is created.Countries coming together should benefit the people of the country,Not the multimillion dollar companies that want to extend their monopoly.Unity should happen during times of Peace-not for `Protection` or population control
More than 15 million children have been orphaned by AIDS. Fewer than one in ten of these children receive any external support. It is time to make children a priority in the fight against HIV and AIDS. Governments should direct at least 10% of their HIV and AIDS funding to support AIDS orphans and vulnerable children. The United States has passed legislation promising 10% for orphans and vulnerable children. But the promises and legislation are unfulfilled as they meander through government bu