Democrats' blue wave leaves climate behind
Democrats have made climate change a centerpiece of their campaigns for years — but this year they barely mentioned it. Why it matters: The midterms showed just how far the topic has fallen down the political priority list, even within the party most committed to addressing it — and suggest affordability will shape how Democrats govern next year. Driving the news: Democrats up and down the ballot…
Democrats have shifted their campaign focus away from climate change in favor of affordability, a trend that has been evident throughout the past election cycle. Even key climate advocates have downplayed ambitious climate policies in favor of discussing affordability issues like rising fuel prices and electricity bills. This change in focus has been noticed by both prominent Democrats and environmental groups, who attribute the shift to the economic turmoil caused by President Trump's energy policies.
Despite this, Democrats are still committed to advancing clean energy and addressing climate change, albeit in a more measured approach that emphasizes the need for affordability and economic feasibility.
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