Global Trumpism Seen Harming Efforts to Reduce Climate Pollution
- Climate not a priority for populist movements in U.S., Europe
- Concern for UN talks as Obama’s leadership gives way to Trump
Trump's Mysterious Feelings on Global Warming
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Populism is drawing momentum from environmentalism in the U.S. and Europe, threatening the world’s effort to rein in climate change.
Donald Trump’s election in the U.S., the U.K. Independence Party and Marine Le Pen’s ascent in France all represent a break with political leaders who made the environment a priority. All three are skeptical climate change is happening and are resistant to international projects like the United Nations global warming talks.