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Mike Lee: “Not only is this supremely misguided and shortsighted, but it's not remotely necessary.”

On the recordFebruary 14, 2023
Not only is this supremely misguided and shortsighted, but it's not remotely necessary.
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Mike Lee
Republican · Utah

Editor's note · Context

Lee argues against alarmist claims about climate change and the need for drastic measures.

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