"Two American Families: 1991-2024" is a FRONTLINE documentary chronicling the economic struggles of two Milwaukee families—one Black, one white—over 34 years. It intimately follows the

"Two American Families: 1991-2024" is a FRONTLINE documentary chronicling the economic struggles of two Milwaukee families—one Black, one white—over 34 years. It intimately follows the Stanleys and Neumanns as they battle to avoid poverty amidst the changing American economy, from the rise of lower-wage work to current inflation. Despite continuous challenges across six presidential administrations, both families and their now-grown children demonstrate remarkable resilience.

This powerful journalism, made possible by viewers, raises unsettling questions about the American economy. Support your local PBS station: [Donate to PBS](https://www.pbs.org/donate/). Explore related reporting: [Two American Families](https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/documentary/two-american-families/).

On June 25, 2013, President Obama unveiled a comprehensive plan to reduce carbon pollution, prepare for climate change impacts, and lead global efforts against it.

Despite the significance,

On June 25, 2013, President Obama unveiled a comprehensive plan to reduce carbon pollution, prepare for climate change impacts, and lead global efforts against it.

Despite the significance, Bill Moyers and Marty Kaplan highlighted the media's notable lack of coverage. Kaplan famously quipped, "And they just find climate change a snooze." A video clip of Kaplan's quote is available here.

Dr. Bill Weihl, founder of ClimateVoice, advocates for companies to champion stronger public climate policy. His non-profit mobilizes the workforce to encourage businesses to fully commit to

Dr. Bill Weihl, founder of ClimateVoice, advocates for companies to champion stronger public climate policy. His non-profit mobilizes the workforce to encourage businesses to fully commit to climate action, particularly by using their influence to support policy everywhere they operate.

Weihl's extensive background includes leading sustainability at Facebook and pioneering clean energy initiatives at Google. This talk, given at an independently organized TEDx event, followed a presentation by John Doerr and Hal Harvey, whose related discussion can be found here. TEDx event guidelines are detailed here, and more about TEDx is available at ted.com/tedx.

Tennessee native Erica Davis recognized that rural communities often see little benefit from local oil and gas extraction. Collaborating with grassroots organizers in Campbell County, she

Tennessee native Erica Davis recognized that rural communities often see little benefit from local oil and gas extraction. Collaborating with grassroots organizers in Campbell County, she researched and sponsored a bill to reform oil and natural gas severance taxes.

Davis's bill aims to raise these taxes, which are the sole legislative means to keep extraction wealth in-state. Crucially, it seeks to distribute all revenue directly to the affected communities where extraction occurs, rather than the current one-third. Despite Davis's lobbying efforts and bipartisan support, the bill was dropped from the 2015-2016 docket. Now pursuing an environmental law degree, Davis plans to revive the legislation in the next session.

At the AASHE2011 Student Summit, Bill McKibben delivered a speech addressing the urgent question: "What else do we need to do?" He

At the AASHE2011 Student Summit, Bill McKibben delivered a speech addressing the urgent question: "What else do we need to do?" He updated attendees on our planet's current state, reflecting on his seminal book, *The End of Nature*. This work was written 22 years before much of the recognized evidence for climate change emerged.

To purchase *The End of Nature*, order from Amazon or visit your local bookstore.

In February 2010, Senator John Kerry (D-Mass.) shared outlines of the anticipated Kerry, Graham, Lieberman climate bill with Clean Skies News. He indicated the comprehensive legislation would be

In February 2010, Senator John Kerry (D-Mass.) shared outlines of the anticipated Kerry, Graham, Lieberman climate bill with Clean Skies News. He indicated the comprehensive legislation would be unveiled shortly.

This forthcoming bill aimed to address climate change, representing a collaborative effort among the senators involved.

Born on a Native American reservation, Sherman Alexie is a celebrated author and comedian. For over two two decades, he has explored American cultural boundaries through his lauded poetry, novels,

Born on a Native American reservation, Sherman Alexie is a celebrated author and comedian. For over two two decades, he has explored American cultural boundaries through his lauded poetry, novels, short stories, and screenplays.

In an interview with Bill Moyers, Alexie offers his irreverent perspective on contemporary American life. He delves into the complexities of living within two distinct cultures, especially when one holds significant dominance over the other.

Published April 12, 2013.

Bill critiques the hypocrisy of "justice for all" in a society that squanders billions on fraudulent wars while neglecting its poor. He specifically highlights the failing legacy of *Gideon v.

Bill critiques the hypocrisy of "justice for all" in a society that squanders billions on fraudulent wars while neglecting its poor. He specifically highlights the failing legacy of *Gideon v. Wainwright*, the landmark Supreme Court ruling that established the constitutional right to legal representation for indigent criminal defendants.

Despite this foundational right, true justice remains largely inaccessible and unaffordable for the most vulnerable. This report, originally published on March 29, 2013, argues that the promise of "justice for all" remains unfulfilled.

Earlier this month, Congress passed a measure within the 2015 defense bill to transfer sacred American Indian lands in Arizona to a foreign company.

Bill Moyers interviewed

Earlier this month, Congress passed a measure within the 2015 defense bill to transfer sacred American Indian lands in Arizona to a foreign company.

Bill Moyers interviewed Robert A. Williams Jr., a professor of American Indian law, who explained how such land deals continue a tragic history of dispossession for American Indians.

Published on December 26, 2014.

The Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act of 2021 has been reintroduced into the House by Rep. Ted Deutch (D-FL-22) and 28 cosponsors. A training led by Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL)

The Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act of 2021 has been reintroduced into the House by Rep. Ted Deutch (D-FL-22) and 28 cosponsors. A training led by Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) executives provides an overview of the new bill, its legislative details, action steps, and messaging recommendations.

Engage with this policy using CCL's Action Tools to contact Congress, write letters, or amplify on social media. Learn more about the bill's mechanics, cosponsors, and "carbon fee and dividend" approach at energyinnovationact.org and citizensclimatelobby.org. Explore academic assessments, like Columbia University's report, and find details on the CCL Community page.