Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 15 Jan 2025 - Geotrauma

 

Geotrauma

The study of geology, and science in general, is based in colonialist exploitation, according to a Ministry of Truth educator.  It is “riven by systemic racism”, and the theft of resources by white supremacists has led to harm and trauma for many indigenous peoples.  Unfounded criticism of these truths as anti-scientific is harmful and intended to prevent a shift towards an antiracist praxis

More info: 

• https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/11/16/geology-is-racist-claims-university-professor/  

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Ministry of Truth Just Kidding Update - 10 Jan 2025 - Pillaging Pebbles

 

Pillaging Pebbles

Theft of rocks and shells is a danger to the delicate balance of the coastal ecosystem, especially during dire times when climate change's effects are evident.  We cannot risk losing the sediments on beaches, and unless the beach is preserved, the pebbles will cease to exist altogether.  “It is great to play with pebbles and shells responsibly on the beach but they should be left in the environment where they belong.”  If fines and arrests don't work, the next logical step is to ban people from sensitive beaches.

More info:  

• https://www.newsbreak.com/share/3704428879825-here-s-why-you-should-stop-taking-pebbles-from-the-beach-scientists-warn

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Ministry of Truth Just Kidding Update - 11 Oct 2024 - Rights of Nature

 

Rights of Nature

In a transcendental milestone, land, rivers, oceans, and ecosystems now can be granted legal rights to exist, flow, and to be free from pollution.  Because they are voiceless, impartial guardians and defenders are appointed to advocate for these inherent rights.  This imposes a series of obligations on the state to respect, protect, and guarantee freedom from human abuse and damage.

More info:   

• https://www.newsbreak.com/news/3463664290730-court-stuns-the-world-with-historic-ruling-on-the-rights-of-river-a-transcendental-milestone

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Ministry of Truth Just Kidding Update - 13 Sep 2024 - Liquid Littering

 

Liquid Littering

Dangerous eco-terrorists have been stopped from blowing mega bubbles in public spaces.  This "bubble artistry" actually pollutes the environment, even though they claim that they are just bringing joy by their bubbleology.  This has drawn outrage from environmentalists, and Ministry of Love enforcers are ticketing and threatening arrest if they don't cease and desist.

More Info: 

• https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle/california-officials-ticket-bubble-pirate-navy-veteran-fluid-littering

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Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 31 May 2024 - ecosexual

 

Ecosexual

A sexual orientation, environmental activist strategy, and grassroots movement that involves finding nature erotic, romantic, and sensual.  Sometimes known as nature fetishism, it embraces the idea of the earth as a lover.  Supporters want to “shift the metaphor ‘Earth as Mother’ to ‘Earth as Lover’ to create a more reciprocal and empathetic relationship with the natural world”.

More info:    

• https://earth.fm/earth-stories/introduction-ecosexuality-movement/

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Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 02 May 2024 - Degreening

 

Degreening

According to a leading climate solutions reporter, growing houseplants can hurt the environment.  For a greener world, we need to eliminate the culture of growing non-sustainable house plants. "The trucks that transport plants spew carbon emissions, plastic pots and synthetic fertilizers are made from petroleum, and the harvesting of soil components like peat can tear up slow-forming habitats.”  Environmentally conscious growers should buy only local plants, use biodegradable pots and durable tools, plant in sustainable soils, and avoid petroleum-based fertilizers.

More info:  

• https://www.foxbusiness.com/media/wapo-article-suggesting-owning-house-plants-bad-planet-stop-doom-mongering

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Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 02 Feb 2024 - Climate Friendly Areas

 

Climate Friendly Areas

Land areas reserved for socially-minded citizens who wish to coexist in harmony with nature and others by limiting transportation, employment, shopping, and housing choices to only sustainable options within the zone.  This reduces climate pollution, builds community, and promotes equitable land use planning outcomes.

More info:  

• https://www.oregon.gov/lcd/cl/pages/cfec.aspx

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Ministry of Truth Just Kidding Update - 19 Jan 2024 - Tree Poaching

 

Tree Poaching

Illegal killing of climate friendly (old-growth) trees, especially for profit.  This genocidal obliteration of the forests is very concerning, as it may lead to complete deforestation of the planet.  The scourge of forest crime must be combated with investments in cameras, motion detectors, and various other technologies to catch poachers in the act, before it is too late.

More info:   

• https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2022/06/28/1107449055/the-strange-underground-economy-of-tree-poaching

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Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 10 Jan 2024 - Ecocide

 

Ecocide

"Unlawful or wanton acts committed with knowledge that there is a substantial likelihood of severe and widespread or long-term damage to the environment being caused by those acts."  These international laws also introduce penalties, such as prison sentences for individuals and exclusion from access to public funds for companies, as well as fines for polluters.  This marks the end of immunity for environmental criminals, and the start of environmental justice for the children of the world.

More info: 

• https://www.thecooldown.com/green-business/ecocide-eu-law-banned-ecologists-penalties/
  
• https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/climate-change-new-subject-law-0

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Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 11 Dec 2023 - Eco-anxiety

 

Eco-anxiety

(a.k.a. climate anxiety)  A debilitating worry about the current and future state of the environment on the earth, that fortunately can be used by the Ministry of Truth as motivation for immediate advocacy.  Since the Green movement of the 60s, this has become an increasingly prevalent mental health issue that can be leveraged for good.  By constant media exposure to the devastating impacts of climate change, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity, overwhelmed and disheartened citizens can be successfully molded.  It is okay if they feel like they don't want to have children, buy homes, or plan for a long-term future, since to equitably share our planet, extravagant consumer expectations must be properly reduced.

More info:  

• https://news.yahoo.com/keeping-cool-warming-world-8-122035588.html
  
• https://www.foxnews.com/politics/harris-claims-climate-anxiety-young-people-doubting-sense-having-children-buying-home

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Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 12 Apr 2023 - Climate Anxiety

 

Climate Anxiety

Mental health issues caused by fear, worry, or tension linked to imminent climate disasters.  Solutions include imagining visits to nature, re-educating or punishing climate offenders, living a Ministry-approved Green Life, or building self esteem by "doing something" to make a difference environmentally. 

More info:   

• https://www.foxnews.com/media/climate-scientist-says-may-be-fired-refusing-return-office-research-trip-plane

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Ministry of Truth Just Kidding Update - 22 Jun 2022 - Bees

 

Bees

Underrepresented species of fish declared by the Ministry of Truth to be endangered and in need of safe spaces.

More info:  

• https://law.stanford.edu/2022/10/28/a-california-court-decision-bees-are-fish-shines-new-light-on-the-biodiversity-crisis/

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Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 13 Sep 2021 - Coercion

 

Coercion

Forcing people to do the will of those with power, for their own good and that of society, by threatening to deprive them of life, liberty, and the ability to pursue happiness

More info:   

• https://seeingthewoods.org/2013/05/08/governmental-coercion-is-our-only-hope-a-commentary/

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Ministry of Truth Daily Update - 31 Jan 2021 - Green New Deal

 

Green New Deal

Brownouts and symbolic sacrifice (aka line my pockets). 

More info: 

• https://www.heritage.org/environment/commentary/its-not-just-about-cost-the-green-new-deal-bad-environmental-policy-too  

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