Exploring the struggles faced by green conservatives within the conservative movement in advocating for environmental conservation, including obstacles like climate change denial and political polarization. The discussion also touches on the book 'Climate Capitalism' by Akshat Rati, which examines global climate solutions and contrasts attitudes towards climate change in different countries, particularly highlighting the unique stance of the American Republican Party.
Fighting climate change is not a very common Republican position. Climate activist Benji Backer argues it should be, and Climate Capitalism author Akshat Rathi explains how the free market could play a role.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Rob Byers, and hosted by Noel King.
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