The San Francisco Foundation and The Commonwealth Club of California hosted a discussion on Black communities' complex relationship with American land. This conversation explored systemic racism,

The San Francisco Foundation and The Commonwealth Club of California hosted a discussion on Black communities' complex relationship with American land. This conversation explored systemic racism, "food apartheid," and the vital role of the Black farming movement in fostering environmental sustainability and worker cooperatives to ensure healthy, local food access for all.

Executive Director Doria Robinson (Urban Tilth) and Andrea Talley (Mandela Grocery Cooperative) shared insights on farming and food access for BIPOC communities. Noted author Natalie Baszile (*Queen Sugar*, *We Are Each Other's Harvest*) moderated. This program was supported by San Francisco Foundation's Bay Area Leads donors. Become a member: https://www.commonwealthclub.org/membership

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted Black communities, exacerbating existing racial economic disparities. Black businesses faced closures, and workers endured layoffs or unsafe

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted Black communities, exacerbating existing racial economic disparities. Black businesses faced closures, and workers endured layoffs or unsafe conditions. This reality highlights an urgent need to close the racial gap and achieve an equal, just recovery.

INFORUM convened a panel of experts, building on McKinsey & Company research, to outline paths for this recovery. This vital community program was made free to the public thanks to McKinsey & Co.

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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.

Human rights activists and business leaders Alex Gladstein and Fadi Elsalameen discussed Bitcoin's significance in the Middle East. Gladstein, Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation

Human rights activists and business leaders Alex Gladstein and Fadi Elsalameen discussed Bitcoin's significance in the Middle East. Gladstein, Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation and co-author of "The Little Bitcoin Book," connects dissidents with leaders to promote free societies.

Elsalameen, a critic of Hamas and the Palestinian Authority, is known for pro-democracy and anti-corruption work, facing death threats. He is an Adjunct Senior Fellow at the American Security Project. Jonathan Curiel moderated this October 18, 2021 event.

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Bryan Walsh discusses Yellowstone's supervolcano, a rare but significant threat to humanity. Such eruptions could eject immense material, blocking sunlight and risking global starvation.

Bryan Walsh discusses Yellowstone's supervolcano, a rare but significant threat to humanity. Such eruptions could eject immense material, blocking sunlight and risking global starvation. Fortunately, steps can be taken to prepare for this looming danger.

Walsh, editor of Vox's Future Perfect and author of "End Times," explores policies and technologies for a better future. This video, originally by Freethink, is presented by Big Think, a leading source of expert-driven educational content.

Subscribe to Big Think on YouTube for more insights. Read the video transcript here, and explore related stories like the Tonga eruption.

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.

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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.

In Midnight in Washington: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy and Still Could, Congressman Adam Schiff, who led President Trump's first impeachment, delivers a vital inside account of

In Midnight in Washington: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy and Still Could, Congressman Adam Schiff, who led President Trump's first impeachment, delivers a vital inside account of American democracy's darkest hour. Schiff argues the greatest threat comes from within, as Trump's presidency weakened institutions and fueled the dangerous appeal of authoritarianism, a peril he tracks through his own political journey.

Schiff discussed these insights and warned of authoritarianism's lasting potency during an October 14, 2021 event, in conversation with Marisa Lagos, KQED (@mlagos). This discussion was hosted by The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest public affairs forum. Explore more content: YouTube, Events, Watch & Listen, Twitter.

Retired four-star U.S. Army General Stanley McChrystal, drawing on combat experience and work with business leaders, highlights a critical flaw in risk mitigation: focusing only on probability,

Retired four-star U.S. Army General Stanley McChrystal, drawing on combat experience and work with business leaders, highlights a critical flaw in risk mitigation: focusing only on probability, not the management interface.

His new book, *Risk: A User’s Guide*, co-authored with Anna Butrico, offers a battle-tested system. It proposes a "risk immune system" through ten dimensions of control, enabling proactive anticipation and action against unforeseen challenges. Join General McChrystal to master the unknown.

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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.