The Lorax Speaks for the Trees (and Mazda's New Crossover SUVs)
Why on Dr. Seuss' truffula tree-covered earth is Mazda using a classic environmentalist's tale to sell a sports utility vehicle? More »
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Jordan Weissmann is an associate editor at The Atlantic. He has written for a number of publications, including The Washington Post and The National Law Journal.
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