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Your 2024 Election Rundown, from Climate Change to Education
Nov 4, 2024
Join Andrea Thompson, an Associate Editor at Scientific American, as she dives into the future of climate policies and energy choices facing the upcoming U.S. presidential candidates. Meghan Bartels discusses the pressing issue of gun control, examining its classification as a public health crisis. Gary Stix sheds light on how immigration policies are crucial for the STEM workforce, predicting a potential shortage. Finally, Allison Parshall contrasts educational policies, focusing on the implications for student debt relief and public education funding.
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- The stark contrast between Biden's renewable energy policies and Trump's focus on oil extraction highlights the divergent approaches to climate change in 2024.
- Differing gun control stances reflect broader cultural dynamics, as Harris promotes stricter regulations while Trump advocates for loosening existing restrictions.
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Climate Change and Energy Policy Candidates
The candidates' stances on climate change and energy show a stark contrast, with President Biden's initiatives being more focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions through funding for renewable energy and electric vehicles, primarily via the Inflation Reduction Act. Vice President Harris is expected to continue such policies, especially by strengthening EPA regulations to control emissions, although there are concerns about potential oil and gas leasing under her administration. In contrast, Trump emphasizes an increase in oil and gas extraction, aspiring for energy dominance while rolling back key environmental regulations. Expert opinions suggest that a Trump presidency could negate the progress made in recent years towards the Paris Climate Agreement goals.
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