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Friend, let’s start with the good news. The Inflation Reduction Act has passed the United States Senate – it’s most important hurdle for success. It allocates $300 billion towards clean energy and fighting climate change, while setting a critical target to reduce carbon emissions 40% by 2030. These are steps in the right direction. Especially after years of borderline inaction by Congress, it’s heartening to see that progress is possible – and it is almost entirely due to the powerful advocacy by climate advocates for years. But, we’re not out of the woods yet. The Inflation Reduction Ace unfortunately hands a number of victories to Big Oil and Gas, to the detriment of local communities who have been perpetually forgotten. People who live close to their refineries, their extraction areas, and more, are still at massive risk of health problems and death. This is a moment to reflect on our victories, but not one to become complacent. Thank you for everything you’ve done, and thank you for staying with us as we fight to put an end to the death sentence issued to our communities by Big Oil and Gas' business plan. In Solidarity, Team Hip Hop Caucus |
