Let’s create a smaller, more sustainable economy in U.S. and throughout the world
I received two e-mails today about the economy. The Economy Policy Institute, a research organization, wrote to let me know […]
Environment
Bush seeks to slash energy, environmental regulations before he rides into the sunset
While the eight-year Bush administration has been devastating for consumers and the environment, it's extremely discouraging that Bush and his
Reforms a must in next four years for baby boomer consumers
Under the presidency of George W. Bush, the interests of the business community often superseded those of consumers. And time
How you can help green America
Co-op America is celebrating its 25th anniversary. In the Fall 2008 issue of Quarterly magazine, Co-op America offers an article
Need to buy or sell a ‘green’ home?
If you're a baby boomer looking for a green home to buy or if your home has green features and
Boomers: How did your garden grow?
Was your garden fantastic this summer? Were you successful in growing groceries? In a post on The Boomer Chronicles, Rhea,
Don’t buy exotic animals for pets
Some people are tempted to buy cute monkeys, iguanas, poisonous snakes, and even tigers for pets. Don’t do it. For
Bush agencies rushing to change safety rules for asbestos, toxins
In the final days of the Bush administration, the White House is working to get federal agencies to weaken the
Sale of manual, electric mowers growing as gas prices skyrocket
Have you ever used a lawn mower that doesn’t run on gas? When I was growing up, we had a