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The Ukraine Invasion, Great Power Conflict, and the Climate Emergency

KPFA - Against the Grain

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The Ukrainia Conflict Has Accelerated the Demand for Fossil Fuels

The ukraine conflict has created a global scarcity of fossil fuels, especially natural gas and oil. This is so because the us. And its allies are understandably walling off purchases of russian energy. As a result, youre having tests everywhere. The president fears that there'll be a back lash against higher gasolene prices will be exploited by the republicans in the 20 22 mid term elections. They've announced a opening up federal lands to leasing for oil and gas production.

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