
The Daily
The Kids Take the Climate Change Fight to Court
Jun 16, 2023
David Gelles, a climate correspondent for The New York Times, discusses a groundbreaking trial in Montana where young environmentalists are suing the state over fossil fuel policies. They argue that these practices harm the environment and endanger their futures. Gelles highlights the youth's personal stories and the broader implications of this case for climate accountability. He also explores Montana's unique constitutional provisions supporting environmental rights and how this landmark trial could transform climate litigation tactics for generations to come.
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