The word “bandwagon” is probably too strong at this point, but the more that people scrutinize carbon fees, the better they look and the broader the support they have. Some skeptics have claimed that a fee, because it would be passed along, would hurt those with low or modest incomes. True, it is regressive, but there are simple ways to reimburse those who are most vulnerable.
Orlando Sentinel: The Pope and Congress
After Hearing the Pope, Congress Should Put a Price on Carbon
Miami Herald: Carbon Fee Would Help Solve Climate Challenge
By Walt Minnick
Too many presidential candidates still avoid the issue of climate change, so it was refreshing to see Miami Reps. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen and Carlos Curbelo join nine fellow House Republicans to introduce a resolution on Sept. 17 recognizing the need for action. The 11 representatives call for innovative solutions. Here’s one that could end the Congressional logjam:
The Hill: Acting Faster on Climate
By Bill Eacho
“We’re not acting fast enough.” President Obama said four times in a 24-minute speech recently in Alaska urging the world do more to combat climate change.
Scientists agree. While the president has done everything he can using the limited executive branch tools at his disposal, we will fall far short of achieving his goal of reducing U.S. greenhouse gas emissions 26 to 28 percent by 2025.