DAGR Weekly Reader W2-JUL
Mike Pence on Trump Tariffs and More
While basically supporting Trump-47, Pence takes issue with the tariff policy. It almost sounds like he’s campaigning for something, but we can’t tell what, exactly.
Bloomberg ‘Surveillance,’ Jul 11, 2025
‘Cool roofs’ program lowers temperature inside and out
This program in New York City provides support for painting flat roofs white. Other ‘cool roofs’ include insulated coverings and special shingles for pitched roofs. Over all, it helps cool buildings and the ambient air, combatting the urban ‘heat island’ effect.
Niamh McAuliffe, Healthbeat, Jun 25, 2025
The Most Corrupt Corporation in the World Is Taking Over Our Food Supply
JBS, the Brazilian meat-packing giant known for bribery and corruption scandals, just went public in the U.W. The company was previously denied access to U.S. markets — until they donated millions to Trump’s inaugural fund. Now, small farms across the country are sounding the alarms.
More Perfect Union, Jul 8, 2025
The Economy Seems Healthy. Were the Warnings About Tariffs Overblown?
Economists say it will take time for the effects of trade policies to show up in economic data — but acknowledge they aren’t sure how long.
Ben Casselman, New York Times, Jul 16, 2025
Slightly older:
For Real, What Do Trump’s Executive Orders Do?
An EO is just a statement about the president’s policy preferences — but we’re watching for real actions. A replay from May, now more timely than ever. Review of an article published a couple of months back.
Sambhav Sankar, Senior Vice President of Programs, Earth Justice, May 12, 2025