Paul Tonko actually said...

A just and equitable transition is necessary.

These toxic hazards are likely to be exacerbated in the future, as we experience more and increasingly extreme weather events.

Low-income communities, communities of color, and indigenous peoples already suffer disproportionate harm from the effects of pollution.

If our intention is to avoid the most dangerous and irreversible aspects of climate change, our next opportunity to confront this crisis wil...