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Opinion pieces reflect the views of their authors, not necessarily Citizens for Global Solutions.
Global CooperationNuclear Nonproliferation or Disarmament?
In light of growing threats from Iran and North Korea, the prospect of nuclear non-proliferation is on everyone's minds. But, is it...
Proliferation and Instability
Nuclear proliferation equates to regional instability and insecurity. We have seen destabilizing situations. Pakistan- India, Iran-Middle East, and the fear of loose...
Waxman-Markey VS Kerry-Boxer: Are either steps good enough?
The House passed its version of climate legislation, the Waxman Markey Bill, in June, despite being criticized alternately for not doing enough...
Climate JusticeThe United States and the U.N. Climate Conference in Copenhagen
The United Nations Climate Conference in Copenhagen is set for December 7th through December 18th 2009. The main goal of this conference...
Climate Justice“Cap-and-Trade:” A Historical Analysis
A key component of the Boxer-Kerry Bill is a policy called "cap-and-trade." "Cap-and-trade" is a method that provides an economic incentive for...
Climate JusticeCompromise Isn’t Always Moral
The global community has a moral obligation to reduce its greenhouse gases. Climate change talks in Copenhagen are set to begin in...
Global JusticeComprehensive Peace in Sudan
The United States has named three Strategic Objectives for Sudan: A definitive end to conflict, gross human rights abuses, and genocide in...
Senators Kerry and Graham Show Bipartisan Support for Climate Change
"We refuse to accept the argument that the United States cannot lead the world in addressing global climate change." This is the...
California Energy Regulation Offers Path Toward the Future
Ron Brownstein has an interesting article in The Atlantic (October 2009) that describes California's efforts to create sensible energy regulation and promote...
Global CooperationJoin the Newly Formed American Engagement Caucus!
Citizens for Global Solutions applauds the formation of the American Engagement Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives. The mission of the...
The Nobel Prize for Peace for President Obama
Congratulations, President Obama! This morning's announcement of the Nobel Peace Prize is an honor and well-deserved. The honor is, of course, an...