Greenland’s Ice is Melting

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Chuck Dayton’s recent kayak trip in the waters off Greenland’s coast confirmed many reports that its ice is melting at an shocking and catastrophic rate. The Minnesota conservation advocate is a 40-year veteran of the environmental movement; Dayton recently completed a kayaking expedition in the waters off Greenland. He returned with first-hand observations of alarming changes in glacial ice:

“Global warming is real in Greenland; you can hear it. You can see the shrinking glaciers, and the melt-water atop the massive ice cap, and you know that as it melts, the seas will rise with disastrous consequences.”

Why I will Engage in Non-Violent Direct Action against Big Oil

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It will not be business-as-usual at the offices of BP, Chevron, and the Environmental Protection Agency Monday morning in San Francisco’s financial district. A rally, march, and acts of non-violent direct actions are planned by a coalition of a local organizations.

I’m participating, and one of many willing to be arrested.

Sanctuary City: for the Rich

Sanctuary City

Years earlier Cedar had lived in Sanctuary City, back when the region was an oasis of bicycles, free universal health care, community gardens, composting, barter and shared resources. Tom Ammiano and Harvey Milk were co-mayors of the town, and they governed very wisely. The public enthusiastically participated in an open transparent political process; important decisions were made with much collective input, respectful intelligent debate and thoughtful consideration. Clean renewable energy came from the sun and tides, beautifully painted murals adorned neighborhood alleys, and all immigrants were welcome.

Minneapolis Bike Share Hits 50,000 Trips

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Despite harsh winters, Minnesota’s Twin Cities are known for year-round bicycle commuters. A new bike-sharing program launched in the midst of summer has proved a success.

A new federally-supported bicycle sharing program in Minneapolis is doing well since its June 8 launch, adding to the Twin Cities’ reputation as a bicycle-friendly region. Nice Ride Minnesota is touting its success and encouraging additional ridership.

Keith Knight and His Uncle Owen

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My friend Keith Knight just drew this poignant comic about his beloved uncle Owen and the birthday that they share today; it’ is really touching. My mother also died last year; I always carry some of her ashes around with me on my adventures as well.