Political journalists Rachael Bade, Geoffrey Skelley, and Kaleigh Rogers discuss the passing of aid bills in the House, potential implications for House Speaker Mike Johnson, and previewing the Pennsylvania election. They also touch on climate change perceptions and political stereotypes in a dynamic and engaging conversation.
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Bipartisan support for foreign aid bills in the House highlights divisions within the Republican Party.
Poll results show mixed attitudes towards Earth Day observance and trust in government intervention for climate change efforts.
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Opinions on Celebrating Earth Day
21% of Americans find it extremely important to observe Earth Day. However, 20% believe climate change is beyond our control. Millennials are the most likely group to feel climate change is uncontrollable. 26% feel tax credits for solar panels help people. 40% are concerned about air pollution. 33% trust Donald Trump to address climate change. 70% believe the government should lead climate change efforts.
Impact of Climate Change Poll Results
Polls show varying opinions on Earth Day observance and climate change. Results indicate contrasting views on climate change control, with a mix of concern and trust in different groups for addressing the issue. Government intervention is favored by a significant percentage of Americans to tackle climate change efforts.
After months of conflict over whether or how to aid American allies abroad, the House passed a slate of bills providing funding for Ukraine, Israel, Gazan humanitarian assistance and Taiwan. Each bill won a clear bipartisan majority, but a slim majority of Republicans opposed Ukraine aid.
In this installment of the 538 Politics podcast, Galen speaks with Rachael Bade, Geoffrey Skelley and Kaleigh Rogers about why this happened now and whether it spells doom for House Speaker Mike Johnson. They also preview primary election day in one of the most pivotal states this fall: Pennsylvania. And they mark Earth Day with an installment of "Guess What Americans Think," on the topic of climate change.