How to save the Amazon part one: the stakes
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Critical Crossroads of the Amazon
This chapter examines the dire state of the Amazon rainforest, emphasizing the alarming rates of deforestation and their implications for climate change. It traces the historical context of exploitation from the military dictatorship era to current cattle ranching practices, illustrating how cultural attitudes toward land and progress have evolved. Recent political shifts signal potential changes in environmental policies, yet challenges remain as ranchers navigate their shifting landscape amidst global sustainability demands.
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