FT News Briefing Swamp Notes: Biden’s climate agenda runs out of steam
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Jun 22, 2024 
Amy Williams, a U.S. climate reporter for the Financial Times, shares insights on the challenges President Biden faces in engaging young voters with his climate agenda. Despite ambitious goals, many Gen Z voters remain unconvinced, largely due to inflation concerns and a slow rollout of climate initiatives. The discussion also touches on the accessibility of electric vehicles and the potential consequences of political shifts on climate policies. Humorous moments include a quirky take on competitive eating and its intersection with political discourse.
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Student Apathy in North Carolina
- Amy Williams interviewed college students in North Carolina about climate change and voting.
- Many students expressed concern about climate change, but were unaware of Biden's actions and some considered not voting.
Inflation Reduction Act
- Biden's key climate achievement is the Inflation Reduction Act, with $369 billion in green technology subsidies.
- This aims to transition the US from fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources like wind and solar.
Youth Apathy and Biden's Reelection
- Young voters' apathy towards Biden's climate actions could significantly impact his reelection chances.
- They were a crucial part of his 2020 coalition, motivated by climate concerns after Trump's presidency.