March 2008
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“In 1992, the EDF worked with Bush Sr. to craft a market system to reduce acid...”
– The Environmental Defense Fund’s Fred Krupp on the Best Capitalist Climate Solutions
“I haven’t failed 10,000 times. I have just found 10,000 ways not to make a...”
– Thomas Edison
Most Sedentary Cities →
1) Memphis This southern city on the banks of the Mississippi lands first on our list after ranking in the top 10 of each of our categories. Though efforts are underway to improve parks and outdoor recreation areas, the whole of Memphis hasn’t quite caught up with the area’s new vision. Slightly behind the national rate of 66%, about 65% of the city’s population is obese or...
America's Most Obese Cities →
“1. Memphis, Tenn.: 34% Researchers have found that residents are aware of the area’s obesity problem, currently affecting 34% of its population. Among the causes they blame: high rates of poverty and a culture of Southern hospitality and food that values certain types of dishes—many of them fried—over healthier choices.” Interesting that in the US, that poverty is...
America's Most Jealous Cities →
America’s Most Jealous Cities Memphis, Tenn. leads the list. For every 100,000 people, there are 8,358 property crimes committed—about 19% higher than in runner-up Charlotte, N.C.
“If you don’t read the newspaper you are uninformed, if you do read the newspaper...”
– Mark Twain
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“Springsteen is equally avid in championing members of his profession. “I...”
– Rock legend Bruce Springsteen still plays to the audience - USATODAY.com The “record” business will be replaced by the “music” business. It will look different but will be better. 