what is the name of Thomas Friedman's latest book?
Hot, Flat and Crowded
what is his profession?
a journalist
how did he begin his presentation to the Asia Society?
with a simple PowerPoint slide
on what day?
December 16
does he claim to have scientific knowledge?
no
which paper does he write for?
The New York Times
which politician is he compared to?
Al Gore
what color is used to make the distinction?
green
is he idealistic or pragmatic?
pragmatic
does Friedman think the system works?
yes
what country does Friedman think of as the bastion of innovation?
America
what topics does his book discuss?
a book about America
does he talk about globalization?
yes
is he a capitalist?
yes
what does he believe can usher in an environmental revolution?
economic forces
does he think America should play a big role or a small role?
a big role
is his new book that different from his other books?
no