Not exact matches
«Major tax increases or
policy changes such as big hikes in the minimum wage will probably do more harm than good,» says Dahlby of the sort of programs
necessary to satisfy vocal
public - health boards.
Moreover, many academics,
policy makers, and even
public educators have concluded that some schools can not or will not make the
necessary changes on their own.
A new
policy framework is needed — one that articulates overarching purpose and strategy; buttresses the supporting
public - private partnerships; expands the collaborations to bring in social scientists, service providers, and end users, both domestically and internationally; commits the resources
necessary for the long haul; and builds in the flexibility and responsiveness needed to keep pace with social
change and evolving needs.
A well - informed
public that has a good understanding of the marine environment can exert the
necessary pressure to bring about
policy changes and a better coordination between its conservation and its diverse economic or other uses.
We already have most, if not all, of the
necessary technology and economic
policy options, but we lack sufficient
public and political will to implement them — as well as helpful climate
change adaptation
policies — fast enough.
A greater appreciation of the human health dimensions of climate
change is
necessary for both the development of effective
policy and the mobilization of
public engagement.
Minor shifts in
policy, moderate improvement in laws and regulations, rhetoric offered in lieu of genuine
change - these are all forms of appeasement, designed to satisfy the
public's desire to believe that sacrifice, struggle and a wrenching transformation of society will not be
necessary.»