Former President Bill Clinton (SFS'68) spoke at Georgetown's Gaston Hall, urging private citizens to contribute to the public good. He asserted that 21st-century citizenship requires "every

Former President Bill Clinton (SFS'68) spoke at Georgetown's Gaston Hall, urging private citizens to contribute to the public good. He asserted that 21st-century citizenship requires "every thoughtful person to try to do some public good."

Clinton warned of an "unsustainable path to the future," citing widespread "inequality and unsustainability." He concluded by advising, "If you want to serve you must begin with the stories." This address was published on May 2, 2013.

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.

Historian Kai Bird's new book, *The Outlier*, offers a definitive account of Jimmy Carter's presidency, detailing his controversial policies and "outlier" status. Bird, a Pulitzer winner, accessed

Historian Kai Bird's new book, *The Outlier*, offers a definitive account of Jimmy Carter's presidency, detailing his controversial policies and "outlier" status. Bird, a Pulitzer winner, accessed private papers and diaries, revealing Carter's humility and self-confidence. The book traces Carter's administration, from domestic agenda to foreign policy, and his battles with Washington over issues like healthcare and inequality.

Join Kai Bird for a fascinating conversation about this often-misunderstood leader. This program, part of The Commonwealth Club's Good Lit series, was held on August 18, 2021, featuring Bird, Dr. Gloria Duffy, and Dr. Mary Bitterman. Explore more programs and events from The Commonwealth Club: YouTube | Events | Watch & Listen.