The planet is in distress and all of the attention is on Paris Hilton.

It's as if we think the laws of physics are subject to debate and amendment and political contributions can sway the laws of physics.

Believe in the power of your own voice.

I work to promote the idea of sustainable capitalism driven by long-term considerations rather than quarterly profits, which seeks to better people's lives and the planet rather than destroy them.

America's political system has evolved over the last 50 years in ways that have enhanced the power of business lobbies.

Even if we give first priority to the destruction of terrorist networks, and even if we succeed, there are still governments that could bring us great harm. And there is a clear case that one of these governments in particular represents a virulent threat in a class by itself: Iraq. As far as I am concerned, a final reckoning with that government should be on the table.

When people flirt with despair about the future, they are less likely to take the actions necessary to safeguard it, focusing instead on the short-term.