Rhiana Gunn-Wright
Policy architect behind the Green New Deal, formerly policy director for Abdul El-Sayed's gubernatorial campaign. Yale graduate and Rhodes Scholar.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 1h 1min
Messy Conversations: Rhiana Gunn-Wright on What the Climate Movement Loses When It Excludes Environmental Justice
Rhiana Gunn-Wright, climate policy director, discusses Green New Deal nuances, climate as a 'culture war,' anti-renewables backlash, and importance of environmental justice in climate movement. Emphasizes intersectionality, systemic issues, and inclusive policies.
Mar 28, 2019 • 1h 25min
Meet the policy architect behind the Green New Deal
Rhiana Gunn-Wright, the policy architect behind the Green New Deal and a Yale graduate, discusses her ambitious plans to decarbonize the U.S. economy while addressing social equity. She emphasizes the Green New Deal's goals as guiding principles rather than a strict policy document. Gunn-Wright tackles common misconceptions and advocates for urgent action, collaboration, and workforce development to support marginalized communities. She highlights the vital role of the public sector in innovation and the need for inclusive strategies in policy-making.
