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Democrats sideline climate change for affordability in midterm campaigns · 1 source tracked

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Democrats, despite winning big in the midterms, largely de-emphasized climate change in their campaigns, prioritizing affordability instead. This shift is evident in prominent climate advocates and politicians, like New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Senator Ed Markey, who have focused on economic concerns and cost of living rather than explicit climate policies. While environmental groups celebrate the rejection of Trump's energy policies, the climate movement is adapting to a political landscape where climate action is framed within broader economic and affordability agendas. AI

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Democrats sideline climate change for affordability in midterm campaigns · 1 source tracked

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