On the recordJanuary 27, 2009
President Lula's proposal is to stop thoughtless destruction of valuable areas of rainforest.
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congress.govPresident Lula's proposal is to stop thoughtless destruction of valuable areas of rainforest.
Gore supports Lula's initiative to prevent rainforest destruction for ethanol production.
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I think it's crucial. They are the largest global warming polluter in the world, we are second to them. And obviously, cooperation between our two countries is essential.
Lowering these standards now, when so many families are already struggling with rising transportation costs, will only make things harder for them.