What A Day We're Not Powerless Against Trump's Climate Sabotage
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Jun 4, 2025 
Bill McKibben, a veteran climate reporter, dives into the Trump administration's aggressive rollback of climate policies. He highlights how these measures not only ignore climate change but actively worsen it. McKibben discusses the vital role states are taking in combating federal neglect, underscoring the importance of local action and community resilience. He urges listeners to engage in advocacy, stressing that fighting climate challenges is a collective responsibility. The conversation is both empowering and informative, igniting hope amidst political turmoil.
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Trump's Climate Sabotage Impact
- Trump's administration actively reverses Biden's climate progress, promoting fossil fuels and denying greenhouse gas impacts.
- The administration neglects disaster readiness, worsening the impact of climate-related events like hurricanes and wildfires.
Undermining Renewable Energy Transition
- Trump prioritizes undermining renewable energy progress to benefit the oil industry.
- The Senate's big, beautiful bill could cripple renewable energy investments and EV adoption.
Renewable Energy Costs Have Plummeted
- Trump falsely thinks fossil fuel is cheaper than renewables, despite solar and wind cost dropping 90%.
- Cheapest electricity comes from renewable sources, with many red states embracing wind and solar power rapidly.