What Endangered Species will the U.S. Support for International Protection?

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) came into force in 1975 with the declared intention of controlling trade of endangered species or products made from them.  CITES uses listing procedures to establish trade relevant limitations and controls.  An endangered species gets listed in the Appendices and these decisions are based upon the … Continue reading →

Killing the Wolf: When two wrongs doesn’t get you to right…

A persistent question for understanding environmental politics is why are infringements on industry always the last solution? In arena after arena, the decisions are often made to change everything else about the environment, social interactions, and human life rather than limit the unbridled practices of industry.  Often the preference when it comes to the environment … Continue reading →