The Post-Partisan Emporium

  'Kill the Boer': Musk Begins To Notice Regime Theology CHRIS WALDBURGER It perhaps would be nice to live in a democratic society governed by liberal principles, such as freedom of speech. But we do not live in such a world. And perhaps we never have. No, society is always governed by a theology, by a set of religious beliefs. It may pose as secular, but any regime is always built upon taboo and blasphemy laws. This is made evident by what speech is allowed, what ideas are considered beyond the pale, and with whom one may associate. Who are the regime’s friends, and who are its enemies? Can you say White Lives Matter and thrive in corporate life? Can you be anti-vax? And it seems Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest man, may have begun to notice this discordance, this unveiling of the true nature of the liberal state. Despite being a liberal himself, Musk has long been smeared by his critics for being a white South African, particularly when he makes a nuisance of himself by naiv...

 THE PROPAGANDA...   The movement to live greener is well underway – spanning the sectors of energy, transportation, and beyond. Part of the complexity of climate change, however, is that there is no silver bullet solution that encompasses all facets and nuances of this challenge, no matter how much politicians try to sell it that way. Faced with such a daunting task, it’s important to look for solutions and celebrate wins wherever we can. That’s why, at the American Conservation Coalition, we emphasize the central role that individuals, communities, and companies play in displaying environmental leadership and addressing climate change. By empowering the private sector to take the initiative and lead with market-based solutions [my highlight] , we’re much more likely to achieve the innovations and progress necessary. While criticism often abounds for so-called ESG initiatives, it’s clear that private companies are increasingly interested in assessing climate risk and reduci...