Senator Manchin Playing Key Role In Writing Democrats Climate Plan

The video discusses the climate policy in the Democrats' budget, highlighting Bill Mansion's role as the chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Mansion has significant financial ties to the oil, coal, and gas industries, which influence his stance on climate policy. Despite the Democrats needing his support to pass the budget, Mansion opposes eliminating fossil fuels. Scientists, however, stress the importance of moving away from fossil fuels to prevent a climate catastrophe.

Why do Democrats need Mansion's support to pass the budget?

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What do scientists say is crucial to avoid a climate catastrophe?

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