Spearheaded by Naomi Klein,campaign proposing intention for fully sustainable energy economy over next 20 years is backed by over 100 prominent CanadiansIn the middle of a national election campaign, Canadian artists and activists are calling for shift in the country’s economy to a sustainable system weaned off fossil fuels. The Leap Manifesto – a wide-ranging document signed by more than 100 prominent progressive Canadians – lays out an ambitious intention to end fossil fuel subsidies, and increase income taxes on corporations and the wealthy,cut military spending and implement a progressive carbon tax. Related: Tom Mulcair and Canada's fresh Democrat party lead push for change Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com