June 3, 20179 yr The dollar amount bandied around isn't full tax dollars. That figure included, actually heavily reliant on private/corporate investent dollars. The most interesting thing developing a as a result of this withdrawal is the formation of a new (and growing) coalition of US cities, states and corporation that are working on a proposal to present to the UN and be a part of the accord. So, while the United States of America may have withdrawn, there is a real possibility that Americans will commit without the support of the government. This may be the most interesting political development of my lifetime. As freedom loving Americans you can spend your time and money toward this effort. God bless our Constitution for our individual liberties.
June 3, 20179 yr It is a big deal. For those who want to stay in it is a big deal because we are no longer allowing ourselves to be the leaders on the forefront of climate change. It's a big deal for those against the Paris Accord because they feel that the US will all of sudden save money and create new jobs or save current jobs. It's a big deal all of the way around IMO. I believe we have been leaders on improving the environment for decades. Look around and make some comparisons to the majority of signatories of this agreement.
June 3, 20179 yr As freedom loving Americans you can spend your time and money toward this effort. God bless our Constitution for our individual liberties. And as I further mentioned, individual states, companies and cities are aligning to continue the initiatives in line with the accord. I'm happy to lend whatever paltry support I can. On behalf of the future generations and those who feel right now that it is not only an issue, but one of the most important ones facing the world today, you're welcome.
June 3, 20179 yr From Donald Trump, circa 2009: “If we fail to act now, it is scientifically irrefutable that there will be catastrophic and irreversible consequences for humanity and our planet," the letter tells Obama and Congress ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference in December of that year. It continues: "We urge you, our government, to strengthen and pass United States legislation, and lead the world by example. We support your effort to ensure meaningful and effective measures to control climate change, an immediate challenge facing the United States and the world today." "Please allow us, the United States of America, to serve in modeling the change necessary to protect humanity and our planet." We can lead by example without being part of this agreement. We are not going to suddenly become major polluters. We will continue to make alternative sources of power practical and economically feasible. We will work to use fossil fuels so they are more efficient and less polluting. That is the way to lead by example.
June 3, 20179 yr And as I further mentioned, individual states, companies and cities are aligning to continue the initiatives in line with the accord. I'm happy to lend whatever paltry support I can. On behalf of the future generations and those who feel right now that it is not only an issue, but one of the most imporant ones facing the world toda, you're welcome. Good. Individual and private efforts will accomplish more and be more efficient than any government, at any level.
June 3, 20179 yr The faux outrage I've seen both on the news and online and heard on the radio over leaving the Paris Accord has been comedy gold.
June 3, 20179 yr The faux outrage I've seen both on the news and online and heard on the radio over leaving the Paris Accord has been comedy gold. I get that most of conservative politics these days tends to do with embracing whatever infuriates the largest number of liberals, hence the comedy, but what is false about the outrage?
June 3, 20179 yr I get that most of conservative politics these days tends to do with embracing whatever infuriates the largest number of liberals, hence the comedy, but what is false about the outrage? All these phony rich politicians and Hollywood types that don't even attempt to do anything they preach to others losing their mind over it. Come on, it's just another reason to bash a guy they hate, a guy they won't accept as their president. I've seen where, because of Trump pulling out of the agreement, he's been called a sociopath and very dangerous. The hyperbole is hilarious. Statements like "Trump is not helping the "forgotten Americans" he pledged to elevate, but instead will give their kids asthma (perhaps as soon as this summer!)" or "the move is a traitorous act of war against the American people" or "Trump's decision will rightly be remembered as one of the most shameful any president has made" or that "leaving the Paris agreement is a massive step back for racial justice and an assault on communities of color across the U.S." or "this will be the day that the United States resigned as the leader of the free world". It's over the top, ridiculous faux outrage. It's just another reason for them to rail on him. Heck, I think if he would have decided to honor the agreement they would have attacked him for that. It's comedy gold, I tell you.
June 3, 20179 yr From Donald Trump, circa 2009: “If we fail to act now, it is scientifically irrefutable that there will be catastrophic and irreversible consequences for humanity and our planet," the letter tells Obama and Congress ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference in December of that year. It continues: "We urge you, our government, to strengthen and pass United States legislation, and lead the world by example. We support your effort to ensure meaningful and effective measures to control climate change, an immediate challenge facing the United States and the world today." "Please allow us, the United States of America, to serve in modeling the change necessary to protect humanity and our planet." He evolved just like Obama did after running 2 presidential campaigns vowing to protect traditional marriage.
June 3, 20179 yr What was America's financial obligation to the Paris Accord and what is our obligation compared to everyone else's? We paid $1 billion. China, Russia and India were going to pay $0.
June 3, 20179 yr Rand Paul gets it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCxTrlEj8qQ Jake tries and tries to trip him up. But Paul is 100% accurate in his statement.
June 3, 20179 yr A good website / blog that provides good overview. The videos on the opening page are interesting but long and with Romanian subtitles that can be annoying. But there are many interesting facts on the natural drivers of 'climate change'. DrTimBall
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