Why are so many Democrats going quiet on climate change?

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By Kate YoderJun 8, 2026, 4:45 am88 ptsTrending
As the midterm elections approach, something strange has happened: Democratic politicians who once talked about climate change as the defining crisis of our time now barely mention it at all. The phrase has begun disappearing from their speeches, social media posts, and podcast appearances. The main exception…

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