DAGR Weekly Reader w2Feb
"Cracks in the Heartland" - Dana Lyons, eponymous album, track 1
The Devastating Impact of Trump 2.0 on U.S. Farmers
The fallout begins. Cutting USAID funds that buy produce from US farmers stands out. But why cut funds to ‘improve soil quality and practices’? Oh, because no-till and cover cropping use less fossil fuel? Oh. Can’t have that!
FarmerGeorge, on Substack, Feb 11, 2025
Climate Upheaval, Mild or Severe, Who Really Cares?
If the 2C target is dead on arrival, then the worldwide climate system is headed for a wild trip that’ll make the past two years look like a cakewalk. If history is a guide, paying heed to James Hansen’s warnings is advisable.
Robert Hunziker, Counterpunch, Feb 14, 2025
Shadow Cabinet: A Positive Form of Opposition
Prof. Timothy Snyder weighs in with the advantages to be gained if the US were to develop a ‘shadow cabinet’ system along the lines of what the UK uses.
Reader Supported News, Feb 10, 2025
How Trump’s education plans might affect Illinois schools
Trump is trying to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Most school funding is local, as are policy decisions. But his actions could still leave a lasting mark. In Chicago, and elsewhere, as in ‘all over.’ Get ready for no more public, just pay-to-play.
WBEZ Chicago, Feb 11, 2025
Here’s what federal judges could do if they’re ignored by the Trump administration
A number of options are explored here, by law professors, et al. Imposing fines or sending in law enforcement are the final options. The problem is both Treasury and Federal Marshals (DOJ) are under the Executive’s thumb now. What’s Plan C? Is there a Plan C?
Yahoo News, Feb 12, 2025