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  Please keep in mind

  that roughly half of Illinois' electricity is generated by nuclear power plants and the state sits on an 1/8 of the coal reserves in the country.  Obama was elected to represent the people of Illinois.  

  At times it can (undoubtedly) be a challenge to reconcile the best interest of the nation and that of your constituents.  I think Senator Obama has risen to this challenge admirably.

  When elected president, I am confident that he will make bold moves to combat global warming and lead our nation to an energy independent future.
  On Bill Richardson endorses Barack Obama for president posted 1 year, 7 months ago 3 Responses

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  obviously we need to address consumption...

  In the meantime, we need to look at solutions that help reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.  

  Biofuels are not a panacea, but if done well are not all bad either...

  http://www.e3biofuels.com/index.php
  On Predicts rabbit out of hat in three years, too posted 2 years, 4 months ago 32 Responses

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  Go vegetarian...

  or better yet, vegan!!

  Truth be told, I know nothing of your family's eating habits.  If you already prepare your meals sans meat, I applaud you.  

  If not, I challenge you to (at the very least) reduce your meat consumption.  

  Several commentors mentioned CSA shares-- and I must agree that eating local is great.  (Also seemingly more reasonable during the upcoming summer months).

  For more information on how a veggie diet reduces GHG emissions check out this article--

  http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/0220/p03s01-ussc.html?s=hns ...
  On Dare this mom to change her life posted 2 years, 7 months ago 36 Responses

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  mmmmm.....

  I highly recommend Green & Black's Maya Gold Chocolate (Dark chocolate flavored with orange, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla).  It's organic, fair-trade, and very delicious.  The cacao is grown by Mayan farmers in some of the poorest regions of Belize.  Fair-trade has provided these growers with a viable source of income.  Many are able to pay for their children's education or afford health care for their families.
  On Umbra on chocolate posted 3 years ago 1 Response