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He moved to revoke the Clean Power Plan, which was expected to cut CO2 emissions from power generation 32% by 2030.
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The announced it would review recently adopted standards for automobile fuel economy. We expect these standards to be rolled back.
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And last week's draft 4-year strategic plan for the omitted the phrase "climate change" altogether.
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Climate action used to be bipartisan--until groups began casting doubt on climate science & intimidating Rs from supporting climate action.
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It became easier to accept alternative facts than it was to accept a climate action policy to phase out carbon emissions.
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Republican strategist Whit Ayres points out the paradox of climate action and politics.
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Despite the overwhelming science and public interest, the road to climate action for a Republican, is a precarious one.
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DC Republicans are finally acknowledging the the climate is changing. As of this month, 60 Members joined the Climate Solutions Caucus.
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Secretary of Defense James Mattis continues to warn climate change can be a driver of instability and a direct threat to national security.
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Last month, Secretary Perry said there was not enough proof that humans cause climate change, but agreed the climate was warming.
That's a start and offers hope that the U.S. can agree on steps toward climate adaptation or a common set of facts that can help us prepare.
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It's great the effects are sinking in, but if they don't fully acknowledge the science behind climate change, we need to act.
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And there are trusted voices that can move the American public and our government to action:
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1. Scientists- Americans rely on science everyday & climate science is still the most important input for policymakers.
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2. State & Local Governments- They demonstrate the choice between a prosperous economy & a healthy environment is false.
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3. United States Armed Forces- The 2014 Quadrennial Defense Review identified climate change as a significant security risk.
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4. American Businesses- Everyone will have to compete with China, who called for 1/5 of cars sold to run on alternative fuel within 8 years.
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5. Respected Republicans- Leaders who are no longer in office are important advocates for climate action.
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6. The News Media- They must be more honest about the severity of the climate crisis and the real facts.
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7. The Church - They can show the moral imperative of climate action & the Vatican's leadership is critical in changing hearts & minds.
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Nearly 1/3 of Congress identifies as Catholic, which is why 's commitment to making climate action a priority is so important.
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Christians are taking up the cause of climate change because they, too, believe we have a moral imperative to save the planet.
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Thank you to and for your moral clarity and commitment to climate action and for including me in this historic event.
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