California Democrats seek to balance climate with cost of living

By Guy Marzorati

Published March 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM EDT

State leaders, especially those with ambitious climate goals, are trying to decide between slowing climate change and the cost of living, especially on an ever-warming planet.

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California Democrats seek to balance climate with cost of living