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On the recordFebruary 5, 2019
I know there are those who believe we cannot address this problem because the costs are too high. But, the costs of not acting are far higher and more painful.
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Frank Pallone
Democratic · New Jersey

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Pallone argues that inaction on climate change is more costly than taking action.

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