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Paul Tonko: We have already begun to see those future generations pass unfavorable judgment on current elected leaders for doing so…

On the recordFebruary 8, 2021
We have already begun to see those future generations pass unfavorable judgment on current elected leaders for doing so little, so slowly.
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Paul Tonko
Democratic · New York

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Tonko warns that future generations will criticize current leaders for inaction on climate issues.

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