America. Looking to the future.

In America, President Biden faces many challenges. At home dealing effectively with economic and health issues are crucial as well as repairing social division.

Amanda Gorman inspired people at the Presidential inauguration with her poetic prowes, Washington 20 Jan 2021.. Source: AAP - 21 Jan 2021.

Philip Jacobson who lives in America and a contributing editor for Mongabay recently won the Oktovianus Pogau Award 2021 for Courage in Journalism.  He explained his feelings and perceptions about the state of the nation as the nation looks to the future.

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