Open Thread: Will Al Gore Run?

This has nothing really to do with the Nobel Peace Prize, but everything to do with environmental issues. There is a debate on the Navajo Reservation about the third power plant, Desert Rock Power Plant, being built in the four corners area. If you think it's news worthy you might want to do some digging. Thanks.

Sent by Cherie | 11:22 AM | 10-12-2007

Are we allowed to comment on anything other than Sigur Ros anymore? If so...

In the wake of the Nobel, I wonder whether Al Gore thinks he could do more effective work on climate change as a private citizen than he could as president. He certainly has more control over the debate in his present capacity than he would as a candidate. But can one very high-profile and well-funded citizen effect more positive change than a president could, given the thousands of other reponsibilities competing for his attention?

Al Gore is probably in a better position than anyone to make that call.

Sent by Maura | 11:47 AM | 10-12-2007