Can Conservatives Believe In Climate Change?

17/05/2024 34 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Underreported Stories, Chrissy Clark is joined by Benjie Backer to explore the American right's stance on climate change. They discuss the conservative approach to environmental issues, addressing historical leadership and common misconceptions. Insights from "The Conservative Environmentalist" are shared, highlighting global impacts, particularly focusing on China. The conversation delves into the importance of privilege, fairness, and market-driven solutions in climate policies, as well as the trade-offs in energy policy. As climate change becomes a trendy topic, the reality of greenwashing and individual actions are examined. The episode concludes with a discussion on climate change as an election issue and a message to Republicans.

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