Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 7, 2022
The cost of inaction is so far greater than the cost of taking action.
Said by
Jamie Raskin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Raskin emphasizes the urgency of addressing climate change over maintaining the status quo.

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