The DNC is in a celebratory mood over what has passed in the House of Representatives:
Exciting news for our planet and future generations: @HouseDemocrats passed #HR9, the first climate change bill in nearly a decade. This is a triumphant victory. #ClimateActionNow ?
— The Democrats (@TheDemocrats) May 4, 2019
So… now what?
There is nothing the least bit "exciting" about this. It will never become law, so it is entirely irrelevant. A complete nothing. https://t.co/O1GyUnQ6Bi
— Brent Jensen (@Allouchsit) May 4, 2019
Maybe the Dems could at least convince Mitch McConnell to bring the Green New Deal back for another vote.
So cows can fart again? https://t.co/S6kazyB8fw
— Republicanvet (Hamberder Hill) (@Republicanvet91) May 4, 2019
Not so fast!
The climate will change as it will, thinking you can control climate with job-killing bills is frightening. https://t.co/pnblA9k8xq
— Angus T. Kirk (@angusparvo) May 4, 2019
Judging from their reactions to the latest economic news, many Democrats seem to think more jobs are a detriment to the middle class.
However, all is not lost. There’s still a way the House Dems could have a real effect on emissions:
Thanks for letting us know. Hot air does need to be eliminated. pic.twitter.com/9YDAoeBS0o
— Noah Sender (@earthcityblues) May 4, 2019
#ActOnClimate
