Apr 8, 2019
Climate change is here. It's happening. The scientific evidence is there, and it is a threat to our security.
Donald Payne Jr.
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Donald Milford Payne Jr. is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 10th congressional district since 2012. A member of the Democratic Party, he succeeded his late father, Donald M. Payne Sr., who held the seat for over two decades. Payne Jr. has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development during his time in office. He has been an advocate for social justice and has worked to address the needs of his constituents in urban areas of New Jersey.
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Apr 8, 2019
If we do not start taking steps to address this issue, it will soon be too late.
Apr 8, 2019
As climate change continues to make extreme weather events worse, our critical infrastructure will be at risk of failing.
Apr 8, 2019
Scientists from all over the world are clear, if we don't start taking steps to address this issue, it will soon be too late.
Apr 8, 2019
Well, I would like to thank the gentleman. It is duly noted. I respect your concern in that area, and we will continue to try to work toward our goal, which is to keep the country safe.
Apr 8, 2019
I would like to thank the witnesses for their testimony today. It has been invaluable.
Apr 8, 2019
I stay committed to raising these issues on a National level in order that there is some equity for all Americans in disaster times.
Apr 8, 2019
What would you say to the people that still have doubts about the current science pointing to the fact that human activity is contributing to climate change?
Apr 8, 2019
Let me be clear: Climate change is here, it is happening, and the scientific evidence is there, and it is a threat to our security.
Apr 8, 2019
Despite controlling the House for the past 8 years, Republicans in Congress did nothing to address, what scientists agree, will be the devastating effects of climate change.
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