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2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: Bernie Sanders Gives 6 HUGE REASONS To Pick Him Over Hillary [View all]Sancho
(9,067 posts)68. On number 3, Bernie almost needs to be fact checked by Politifact. He usually isn't so careless.
The Keystone is in limbo now, and so that is more of a symbol of overall policy than anything else. It's true that Obama has been a little weak on energy change, but some of us remember Jimmy Carter discussion it decades ago. In fact, EVERY US President since Carter has made public statements about energy independence and "renewables". Now that the water is rising and the climate is crazy, the average person is getting more aware of fossil fuels.
We all know that we've banned CFC's, regulated auto millage, etc. for a long time as baby steps in the renewable war. All the Democratic Presidents are going to push the energy plank. Hillary is VERY aware that this is not just a US problem or something revolving around one pipeline - and she's been on board with this issue for a long time:
So to those who doubt the science of climate change and who lack faith in American innovation, just tell them, look at the record and look at whats already happening across the United States. Thanks to smart federal and state policies, academic research, private sector innovation, and the crucial work of groups like LCV, we are already advancing clean energy solutions that can begin turning this tide and can make America the clean energy superpower for the 21st century. We have the opportunity to invest in the infrastructure of the future resilient enough to withstand the effects of climate change we wont be able to avoid, including next-generation power plants to produce electricity more cleanly, smarter grids to deliver it more effectively, and greener buildings to use it more efficiently. -Hillary Clinton remarks to the League of Conservation Voters, New York, 12/1/14
Boosting alternative energy power. Hillary Clinton repeatedly voted for legislation that extended the production tax credit for electricity produced from renewable energy sources and she proposed making tax credits for wind and solar production permanent. Hillary also teamed up with Bernie Sanders (I-VT) to create new job-training programs for renewable energy workers.
Fighting for cleaner energy. Hillary Clinton repeatedly cosponsored the Clean Power Act to get power plants to cut back on air pollution that contributes to both global warming and health problems. The 2007 legislation would have increased renewable energy use by launching the goal of generating 20% of our electricity from renewables by the year 2020 the so-called Renewable Portfolio Standard. Hillary also pledged to support a goal of generating 25% of our electric power from renewable energy sources by 2025.
Using excess oil profits to develop new energy technologies. Hillary Clinton proposed getting big oil companies to reinvest some of their excess profits to help reduce American dependence on oil. These investments combined with the savings gained by repealing tax breaks for oil companies could have directed $50 billion into a new Strategic Energy Fund geared towards researching and developing smarter energy technologies like more fuel-efficient cars and trucks, and wind and solar power.
Modernizing buildings to save energy and money. Hillary Clinton worked across the aisle to get the federal government to expand the use of geothermal energy in powering its buildings. She introduced legislation to make federal buildings more energy efficient and she proposed making energy efficiency a core mission of the General Services Administration. Hillary also introduced legislation to help states upgrade school buildings to make them more energy efficient.
Getting cleaner vehicles on the road. Hillary Clinton cosponsored the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act to allow more investment in technologies to reduce pollution from diesel-powered trucks and other modes of transportation. She procured funding for the creation of hydrogen-powered vehicles. Hillary also passed legislation to reduce air pollution from construction equipment used on highway projects, and she even teamed up with one of the Senates climate change deniers to fund cleaner school bus emissions across the nation.
Bringing Americas power grid into the 21st century. Hillary Clinton cosponsored the Electric Reliability Act to give the federal government more authority to make Americas power grid more reliable and efficient. She advocated moving more aggressively towards smart grid technology and called for a nationwide net metering standard so that families and companies that install these new technologies can sell power back to the grid for a fair price all over the country.
Prioritizing cleaner energy worldwide. Under Hillary Clinton, the State Department joined the Department of Energy and other U.S. government agencies in a regional partnership with countries in North, Central, and South America and the Caribbean to promote clean energy development and smarter growth policies. Through this program, the U.S. has collaborated with other countries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promoted cleaner energy through the Peace Corps, and connected public and private-sector officials across the hemisphere with renewable energy companies in America.
Getting smarter energy projects off the ground in Africa. Hillary Clinton helped launch a new partnership the U.S.-Africa Clean Energy Finance Initiative to jump-start private sector investment in cleaner energy projects and sustainable development across Africa. Funding provided through the initiative sparked wind, solar and hydro-powered projects in several African nations bringing electricity to thousands of homes.
Finding common goals with China to address access to reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy. Hillary Clinton spearheaded U.S. relations with China to enhance cooperation on climate change, energy and the environment. Under bilateral agreements, the U.S. and China established frameworks for increasing access to reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy as well as connecting businesses and government to support energy and environmental goals.
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Clinton said no to reestablishing Glass-Steagall because she isn't sure it would correct the problem
rhett o rick
Aug 2015
#43
I want to point out that the exerpt you posted is such a great example of Clinton speak.
rhett o rick
Aug 2015
#98
When asked about about college loans she said something like, "no student should go into
rhett o rick
Aug 2015
#107
And notice how she says "college" which could be a way of not saying "university"...
cascadiance
Aug 2015
#114
I'm dealing with that same argument with a close friend of mine. He loves Bernie's ideas but
Stardust
Sep 2015
#117
You are so right. Reminds me of an ESPN story about a high school football coach who is bucking
Stardust
Sep 2015
#136
I don't require purity from my candidates. It's easy to have a record like Sanders when you
Metric System
Aug 2015
#15
I don't require purity from a candidate either. That wasn't the question though
LondonReign2
Aug 2015
#17
How does he plan to make all these changes? They're just words. Again, he has never been in a
Metric System
Aug 2015
#19
You don't appear to want to say if you agree with Hillary's stance on these six issues
LondonReign2
Aug 2015
#48
Amazing. You can't say you support even a single one of Hillary's positions
LondonReign2
Aug 2015
#83
You do know he has been a mayor, a Representative, and a Senator don't you?
A Simple Game
Aug 2015
#87
I'll admit I goofed on his background. That being said, it drives me INSANE when I see posts like
Metric System
Aug 2015
#91
I never implied you were a campaign plant, but it is common practice for campaigns to send
A Simple Game
Aug 2015
#97
"He has never had to compromise and work with others, since he has never been in a leadership role."
Marty McGraw
Aug 2015
#30
How peculiar. You say you don't require purity, but then complain when he doesn't meet your metric.
Bubzer
Aug 2015
#42
That's fine. But you know what I wish? I wish Hillary's supporters would talk
sabrina 1
Sep 2015
#144
There are major differences between them on many of the big issues I care about.
stillwaiting
Aug 2015
#9
Hope you blew the dust off that old-ass script before you started reading the lines again.
Warren DeMontague
Sep 2015
#121
+1 The repukes are drooling at the thought of running against her in the general.
hifiguy
Aug 2015
#55
I agree that having a huge money war-chest is a terrible reason to vote for a candidate.
Bubzer
Aug 2015
#63
And if he were to get the nomination and Democrats don't support him does that mean they would be...
Armstead
Aug 2015
#85
I've never blamed Nader for 2000; I've always blamed Gore for running a mediocre campaign...
brooklynite
Aug 2015
#86
So if Bernie makes it to the general election you don't see how he can overcome the
A Simple Game
Aug 2015
#95
Sanders dining with Congressional staffers proves that he can't work with his colleagues..
frylock
Aug 2015
#38
Bernie was up and running on the issues and did not need a listening tour or a lot of paid
JDPriestly
Aug 2015
#57
Let's compare apples and apples. Bernie's net worth vs. the Clinton's (both of them) $30MM in 16 m.
erronis
Aug 2015
#40
Please explain your post to someone like me hwo doesn't understand your approach.
JDPriestly
Aug 2015
#58
Re: Please explain your post to someone like me hwo doesn't understand your approach.
erronis
Aug 2015
#78
Thank you. Clearly we need to require all candidates to disclose their wealth in a format
JDPriestly
Aug 2015
#84
And don't forget Hillary's "little summer job" last year that earned her $1.6 million ...
DrBulldog
Aug 2015
#49
I really only need one. He is not the run of the mill establishment small d democrat.
Autumn
Aug 2015
#53
Hmmm, I think Bernie is giving exactly the reasons why he is wrong and Hillary is right!
Sancho
Aug 2015
#61
Thank you so much, Sancho.. one poster couldn't handle your research so all he had was..
Cha
Sep 2015
#124
On number 3, Bernie almost needs to be fact checked by Politifact. He usually isn't so careless.
Sancho
Aug 2015
#68
biggest for me. the gnewz media is trying to Gore her. they want NEW, they want SQUIRREL!(tRUMP).
pansypoo53219
Aug 2015
#69
We all know Bernie gets excited and talks in simple bullet points, but he's off base again.
Sancho
Aug 2015
#77
Yes, all the candidates want $15 per hour but, it's not viable in all areas.. does BS pay his
Cha
Sep 2015
#126
#6 Hillary has stated that voting for the IWR was a mistake, and this was on DU earlier this week:
Sancho
Aug 2015
#82
Her mistake cost us 8 trillion dollars, countless lives, and ou security. Can't afford another.
grahamhgreen
Aug 2015
#92
Exactly. Without consequences to their actions, they'll continue to make more mistakes.
grahamhgreen
Sep 2015
#139
"Bernie is honest and the folks backing Hillary Clinton are not." All you have are insults and
Cha
Sep 2015
#123
When did we get used to having millionaire politicians? When did that become the new norm?
liberal_at_heart
Sep 2015
#143