The Middle East, which is currently dealing with large Numbers of low-skilled immigrants from south Asia, seems to be a hotbed of racial tension, however.
This divergence on such an important question is not a calamity, and so far as it causes us to be occupied with the problem at the present time is a matter for rejoicing.
Though the yuan is still far from being a free-floating currency-the central bank has intervened since August to prop it up-the cost of such intervention is now higher.
The future that is beginning to glimmer on the horizon has better rules of engagement in our financial systems and a greater commitment to the common good.
This leaves little room for all of the other sources of greenhouse gases, such as transportation and electricity, which now account for more than 80 percent of emissions.