Earth in the Balance: The Environmental Crisis for Our Nation and Our World delivered by Albert Gore at the Ford Hall Forum April 5th, 1992.The Ford Hall Forum fosters an informed and effective citizenry and promotes freedom of speech through the public presentation of lectures, debates and discussions. Its events illuminate the key issues facing our society by bringing to its podium knowledgeable and thought-provoking speakers, including some of the most controversial opinion leaders of our times. These speakers are presented in person, for free, and in settings that facilitate frank and open debate.