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Henry Waxman: The warning signs of climate change are happening all around us, but House Republicans are averting their eyes, denying…

On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
The warning signs of climate change are happening all around us, but House Republicans are averting their eyes, denying the science, and jeopardizing the future of our children and grandchildren.
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Henry Waxman
Democratic · California

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Waxman criticizes Republicans for ignoring climate change science and its implications for future generations.

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