CRITICISMS OF COVID 19 VERSUS THE SLOW RESPONSE OF OUR LEADERS TO GLOBAL WARMING AND DEPLETION OF THE WORLD’S MINERALS WITH THE RESPONSE BY LEADERS
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This research paper reviews a broad range of the literature on three topics Firstly COVID 19 pandemic. Secondly on responses by or leaders to global warming Thirdly on depletion of the world’s mineral resources. In terms of research design each of these three topics utilizes a critique of a selection of classical and current published documentary research. From narrative and documentary research sources. The purpose of this research is to stimulate discussion and more importantly immediate action by all members of the community. The paper highlights issues important to continuance of all life on our planet.
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