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Harris links climate action to American values as part of presidential push
Vice President Kamala Harris is reframing climate action as a patriotic duty, a strategy researchers say could boost support across political divides.
In short:
- A New York University study suggests that presenting climate action as part of preserving the American way of life can sway opinions across political lines.
- The study, involving nearly 60,000 people, showed patriotic language increased belief in climate change and support for environmental policies among Americans.
- Experts caution that using patriotism in this context could backfire if perceived as insincere or manipulative.
Key quote:
“It’s encouraging to see politicians adopting this type of language.”
— Katherine Mason, psychology researcher, New York University
Why this matters:
Framing climate action as a defense of American values may bridge divides and garner broader support for critical environmental policies. However, the strategy’s effectiveness hinges on authenticity, as it risks alienating some audiences if mishandled.
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Americans express concern over nature but often misjudge their role in environmental damage
A recent global survey reveals that while many Americans are worried about environmental issues, a large portion does not see themselves as contributing significantly to the problem.
In short:
- The Global Commons survey found that 88% of respondents globally are worried about environmental destruction.
- Half of Americans polled do not feel personally affected by climate risks, despite evidence showing they are.
- Only 15% of Americans believe they bear responsibility for environmental harm, attributing blame to businesses and governments.
Key quote:
“It’s troubling that Americans aren’t making that connection.”
— Geoff Dabelko, professor at Ohio University
Why this matters:
Americans’ misunderstanding of their environmental impact hinders progress toward global climate goals. Individual lifestyle changes, especially among the wealthiest, are crucial to reducing carbon emissions and halting ecosystem destruction.
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Nearly nine in 10 people say river pollution affects human health, survey finds
The survey by the Rivers are Life coalition in partnership with Louisiana State University, found 86% of respondents agreed polluted waterways are affecting human health.
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How Americans in the West perceive climate change, extreme weather
More than 20% of Americans either strongly or somewhat agree that it will become harder to remain in their current area due to the changes being wrought by global warming.
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The politics of climate change
With heat records set in southern Arizona and around the world, a new survey shows there is a big split on climate change and where it should be on the list of priorities.
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Gen Z and baby boomers are equally concerned about extreme weather
In an exclusive 'Fast Company'-Harris Poll, concerns about atypical weather span generations, from Gen Z adults to baby boomers.
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Toxic Heat: 13m Brits say climate change a serious global threat ‘out of control’
Millions of Britons fear that climate change is now a serious global threat which has spiralled out of control, a new poll revealed recently.
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