Jessica Corbett is a senior editor and staff writer for Common Dreams.
While many environmental advocates celebrate the Senate Democrats' climate deal this week, frontline activists and more critical voices continue to note that the legislation, whatever its promises and upsides, remains an inadequate response to the global emergency that will likely further harm communities already affected by fossil fuel pollution.
'The fact that oil and gas executives seem pleased with this legislation speaks volumes about its glaring shortcomings,' he added. 'Activists and frontline communities will continue fighting to stop fossil fuel corporations that threaten our air, our water, and a livable planet.' Jean Su of the Center for Biological Diversity--one of the groups leading the fight for ambitious legislation alongside a climate emergency declaration from President Joe Biden--was similarly critical.
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