Joe McCarthy
About Joe McCarthy
Joe McCarthy is a Content Creator at Global Citizen. He believes apathy is the biggest threat to creating a more just world and tries his hardest to stay open-minded and curious. Living in New York keeps him aware of how interconnected our world is, how every action has ripples. He graduated from Southern Connecticut State University.
Stories
EnvironmentGreat Barrier Reef Is Half Dead — and Can Only Be Saved 1 Way
“We’re in uncharted territory.” Read more
CitizenshipNew York City Just Removed This Controversial Statue From Central Park
All across the US, controversial monuments are being challenged. Read more
EnvironmentLive Nation Will No Longer Serve Plastic Straws In All of Its Theaters
A major win for the environment. Read more
EnvironmentChina Is Spending 3 Times as Much as the US on Renewable Energy
China gets 26% of electricity from renewables. Read more
EnvironmentThis Whale Died From 64 Pounds of Plastic in Its Stomach
Globally, more than 8 million tons of plastic enter the world’s oceans every year. Read more
Food & HungerThe Average Person Eats 70,000 Microplastics Each Year
All of this consumed plastic could have negative health effects. Read more
CitizenshipRefugees Pay $20 Billion in US Taxes Each Year
Since taking office, US President Donald Trump has continually tried to block refugees. Read more
Environment2017 Was the Best Year Ever For Solar Power
China was the driving force behind this surge. Read more