Losing Earth

11/15/2018

This interactive article from The New York Times Magazine explores the history of the climate change movement and the challenges it has faced in addressing the issue. It focuses on the time period from 1979 to 1989 and highlights the efforts of scientists, activists, and politicians during that crucial decade. The article raises important questions about why the world failed to take significant action despite early warnings and scientific consensus on the gravity of the problem. It emphasizes the political and economic obstacles that hindered progress and ultimately led to missed opportunities. Overall, the article serves as a retrospective analysis of past efforts to address climate change, shedding light on the complex factors that have shaped our response to this global crisis.

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