On January 29, 2013, Thomas Lovejoy discussed his experiences in international conservation efforts,

On January 29, 2013, Thomas Lovejoy discussed his experiences in international conservation efforts, with a particular focus on African savannas.

Lovejoy emphasized the critical need for conscious planetary management, stating: "We still tend to think in the very short term and locally when in fact we are disturbing global systems and the way that the planet actually works. We need to consciously manage the planet."

The "Rights of Nature" movement aims to protect rivers, mountains, and entire ecosystems by recognizing their inherent legal rights to exist, persist, flourish, and evolve, rather than treating

The "Rights of Nature" movement aims to protect rivers, mountains, and entire ecosystems by recognizing their inherent legal rights to exist, persist, flourish, and evolve, rather than treating them as property. This radical framework has gained global momentum, spreading from tribal lands to cities and nations.

In this session, activist attorneys Frank Bibeau, Thomas Linzey, and Samantha Skenandore, moderated by Alexis Bunten, will update us on their successes and challenges in Indian Country and beyond.

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In 2005, Eric Schmidt moderated a discussion with Thomas Friedman about his book, "The World is Flat." This event marks the earliest-known footage from a Talks at Google event.

During the

In 2005, Eric Schmidt moderated a discussion with Thomas Friedman about his book, "The World is Flat." This event marks the earliest-known footage from a Talks at Google event.

During the Q&A session, Robin Williams also made an appearance on stage.

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Rebecca Thomas serves as Halifax's poet laureate, celebrated for her unique blend of reason and rhyme.

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