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‘Climate hushing’ has swept the Democratic Party. New polling suggests it’s a mistake.
A 'climate hush' has emerged in the Democratic Party, with politicians avoiding climate change as a campaign topic. New polling by the 2035 Initiative suggests emphasizing climate change could be neutral or beneficial for Democratic candidates, challenging the strategy. The findings come ahead of key state primaries that may influence congressional control.
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