Environmental movement at 25: will Congress weaken environmental regulations?
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The Republican take-over of Congress has some people worried that the successes of the environmental movement's first 25 years may be reversed in the span of a congressional term. Rivers, lakes and the air are cleaner than they were when the first Earth Day occurred in 1970, thanks mainly to the development of environmental law. Republicans claim such laws are too expensive and burdensome to business, and may start to lessen environmental quality standards. The history of the environmental movement and its possible future are discussed.
Publication Name: CQ Researcher
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1056-2036
Year: 1995
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Renewable energy: should federal subsidies be eliminated?
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Federal subsidies for renewable energy are controversial especially as the electric industry is being deregulated because supporters believe subsidies are necessary to move to renewable resources while opponents believe they are unfair competition. Alternative fuel sources that are more environmentally friendly than oil, such as natural gas, may be limited in their efforts to gain market share by the subsidies for renewable energy. Renewable energy sources include: hydroelectric, geothermal, wind and solar.
Publication Name: CQ Researcher
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1056-2036
Year: 1997
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America's pampered pets; has our love affair with pets gone too far?
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Americans' ownership of pets poses social issues and some problems. About six of every ten households has a pet, with 37% owning dogs and 32% owning cats. While pets can provide affection and foster nurturing in children, pets can also be victims of abuse and neglect. Euthanasia occurs for 20 million cats and dogs annually due to overpopulation or illness. Some communities are passing laws to restrict ownership, such as vicious-dog laws.
Publication Name: CQ Researcher
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1056-2036
Year: 1996
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