Dystopian Denials Of Climate Change Don't Change The Facts - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica highlights the troubling state of U.S. climate policy and democracy under the Trump administration and its allies, particularly in the context of the 2024 election. It criticizes the federal government’s shutdowns and partisan politics for disrupting critical systems and weakening government infrastructure, including climate research and policy efforts. The Department of Energy, under Trump’s leadership, has downplayed the severity of climate change and censored key terminology related to climate action, such as “decarbonization,” “sustainability,” and “carbon footprint,” effectively stifling discourse and transparency on environmental issues. The piece underscores the broader consequences of these actions, including the erosion of democratic norms and the suppression of scientific and policy communication. It stresses the importance of federal and state powers working transparently to address climate challenges, while also calling on Democrats to more forcefully advocate for economic policies that enjoy broad public support, such as raising the minimum wage and taxing the wealthy. The article warns against forgetting the ongoing