We all know about climate skeptics getting funding from corporate entities with an interest in preventing the U.S. from taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

But did you know they are influencing the courts as well? Check out Eric Schaeffer’s piece from Sunday’s Washington Post to learn the sad truth.

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And to learn more about the case in question and why the Supreme Court should take it up, read this piece (PDF) by two smart lawyers, Jennifer Bradley and Timothy J. Dowling, at the Community Rights Counsel.

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