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Eddie Bernice Johnson: Now, there have been several statements here about how reducing carbon emission has costs, but we should also consider…

On the recordApril 14, 2015
Now, there have been several statements here about how reducing carbon emission has costs, but we should also consider the costs of inaction.
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Eddie Bernice Johnson
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the importance of considering costs of inaction on climate change.

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