Climate has become the world’s leading source of displacement and refugee creation. Even worse, it is estimated that by the year 2050, 1 billion human beings will become climate refugees. While nothing seems to be getting better in terms of climate, we know exactly who to point the finger to: U.S./Chinese imperialism, capitalism, rich people (yes, that includes us), and performative, mostly empty gestures by … Continue reading Renewable Energy: A Champion For The Palestinian Revolution

If I asked a person anywhere in the world to name a recent natural disaster or a harmful environmental effect in their region caused by climate change, they probably would not have to give it a second thought before producing an answer. There has been a clear spike in natural disasters over the past few years, evidenced by the hurricanes in the southern United States, … Continue reading The Cyclical Nature of the Refugee Crisis

  When discussing the topic of climate change, many people acknowledge the detrimental destruction of the environment in Third World countries. Yet, very little ponder on the causes and effects that encompass climate change. As the Trump administration has shown, there is little being done at this point to help or even prevent environmental damage. It seems understandable since many Americans are not fully educated … Continue reading Artist’s Fighting for Climate Refugees

President Trump’s arrogance on full display during his visit to Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria.   On September 20, 2017 hurricanes Irma and Maria not only made climate refugees of many inhabitants of Puerto Rico but it also brought to light the colonial grip that the United States has on the island. Spain ceded the island to the U.S. after the Spanish-American war in 1898 … Continue reading Puerto Rico, Climate Refugees, and President Trump’s response