Kevin Birth
Coverage of Kevin Birth in the Nexus archive.
- America already tried permanent daylight saving time. It lasted less than a year. Could it work now?
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, but historical attempts like the 1974–1975 trial failed due to public opposition over winter darkness. Proponents include medical groups citing health benefits, while critics highlight challenges like schoolchildren facing dark mornings and potential time zone adjustments.
- America already tried permanent daylight saving time. It lasted less than a year. Could it work now?
The U.S. Congress is considering legislation to make daylight saving time permanent, but historical attempts in the 1970s faced public backlash due to winter darkness. A 1973 law tried permanent daylight saving time until 1975, but it was repealed after concerns over schoolchildren traveling in darkness. Current debates highlight challenges with time zones and morning light, even as medical groups and a majority of Americans oppose the twice-yearly clock shifts.