Zero: The Climate Race
To understand Trump's climate moves in his second term, look to the Reagan years
Jan 23, 2025
Paul Sabin, a Yale historian specializing in oil and environmentalism, dives into the parallels between Trump's potential second term and the Reagan years. He highlights how Trump's aggressive push for fossil fuels mirrors Reagan's deregulation stance. The discussion touches on past environmental activism and its implications for future climate policies. Jonathan Lash also shares his feelings of déjà vu, reflecting on the cyclical nature of U.S. climate politics. The conversation unwraps the complexities of energy transitions amidst political turmoil.
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- The shift from Biden to Trump signals a potential revival of Reagan-era policies, focusing on increased fossil fuel production and deregulation.
- Activism and litigation from public interest organizations may increase in response to potential environmental deregulation, echoing past resistance movements.
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