Mark Hertsgaard

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Mark Hertsgaard is the environment correspondent of The Nation and the executive director of the global media collaboration Covering Climate Now. His new book is Big Red’s Mercy:  The Shooting of Deborah Cotton and A Story of Race in America.

I Got Shot in New Orleans

I Got Shot in New Orleans I Got Shot in New Orleans

But I’m not giving up on this precious, important city. America shouldn’t either.

May 14, 2013 / Mark Hertsgaard

Climate Activists Put the Heat on Obama

Climate Activists Put the Heat on Obama Climate Activists Put the Heat on Obama

Awaiting a Keystone decision, environmentalists make a historic vow to engage in mass civil disobedience. 

Jan 30, 2013 / Feature / Mark Hertsgaard

President Obama: Start the Climate Conversation Now

President Obama: Start the Climate Conversation Now President Obama: Start the Climate Conversation Now

Twenty twelve was the hottest year on record—and far past time for the president to lead on climate change.

Jan 9, 2013 / Mark Hertsgaard

Latinos Are Ready to Fight Climate Change—Are Green Groups Ready for Them?

Latinos Are Ready to Fight Climate Change—Are Green Groups Ready for Them? Latinos Are Ready to Fight Climate Change—Are Green Groups Ready for Them?

Latinos—along with other minorities and youth—are the strongest supporters of action against climate change. It’s time mainstream enviros got the message.

Dec 5, 2012 / Mark Hertsgaard

Hurricane Sandy as Greek Tragedy

Hurricane Sandy as Greek Tragedy Hurricane Sandy as Greek Tragedy

We can choose to ignore scientific warnings about climate change—or we can choose to act.

Oct 31, 2012 / Mark Hertsgaard

Ten Questions on Energy and the Environment Obama and Romney Should Answer at the Debate Ten Questions on Energy and the Environment Obama and Romney Should Answer at the Debate

The presidential candidates have barely touched on environmental issues in their campaigns—and they both have plenty to answer for. Here’s what voters want to know.

Oct 2, 2012 / Mark Hertsgaard

The C-Word The C-Word

But does his DNC speech signal that Obama will now champion the climate fight? Or was he just telling the Democratic base what they wanted to hear?

Sep 12, 2012 / Mark Hertsgaard

Obama Can Say ‘Climate’ After All Obama Can Say ‘Climate’ After All

But does his DNC speech signal that Obama will now champion the climate fight? Or was he just telling the Democratic base what they wanted to hear?

Sep 7, 2012 / Mark Hertsgaard

Feel the Burn: Making the 2012 Heat Wave Matter

Feel the Burn: Making the 2012 Heat Wave Matter Feel the Burn: Making the 2012 Heat Wave Matter

This scorching summer could be a global warming landmark—if we demand climate action from our leaders.

Jul 25, 2012 / Mark Hertsgaard

Déjà Vu at Rio+20

Déjà Vu at Rio+20 Déjà Vu at Rio+20

After two decades, we're no closer to reducing global poverty or enhancing sustainable development. Politicians will change only when mass action forces them to.

Jun 14, 2012 / Mark Hertsgaard

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