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Drought looms over midterm elections in the arid West
Democrats Mark Kelly and Catherine Cortez Masto fought for drought funding. They may both lose their seats.
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From New York to Texas, climate candidates are gaining momentum in local races
If successful, this new crop of activists-turned-politicians could affect climate action from state to local levels.
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Fracking, abortion, and the challenge of raising a family in southwestern Pennsylvania
The right to choose is at risk in the state's midterm elections. What does that mean for the residents of fracking country?
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These midterm races could be pivotal for U.S. climate action
Climate change is on the ballot this week. Here are six races we’re watching.
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These 3 governor’s races could determine whether the Midwest reaches its climate goals
Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin have clean energy plans, but fossil-fuel-friendly candidates could undermine them.
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Ron DeSantis avoids saying ‘climate change.’ Incarcerated Floridians are living it.
Florida lacks a comprehensive policy to protect people locked in increasingly sweltering prisons without air conditioning.
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Oregon tried to inform residents about wildfire risk. The backlash was explosive.
Homeowners fear the state will devalue their properties by publicizing their fire risk.
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Transmission impossible: Are Democrats punting on permitting reform?
Experts say we can't adopt clean energy without more long-distance power lines. But congressional gridlock is getting in the way.
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In Brazil, Lula vows to halt deforestation — but it won’t be easy
The president-elect faces deep political division, and Bolsonaro still has two more months in power.
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Democrats passed a major climate bill. Why aren’t more political ads touting it?
Environmental groups think it could be a ‘super-motivator’ for 2 million voters.