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Opinion: Op-Eds

View editorials written by the Representative in various publications.

December 12, 2016
Opinion: Op-Eds

https://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/energy-environment/309694-acting-on-climate-in-the-age-of-pruitt​

Nearly 55 years ago, NASA astronaut John Glenn became the first American to orbit the earth, marking a wondrous scientific achievement. This week, we paid tribute to Glenn’s life and were reminded of the remarkable role the United States government can and should play in advancing scientific research.

Issues: Environment & Animal Welfare

September 13, 2016
Opinion: Op-Eds

https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/soapbox/article101632717.html

The recovery has just begun in Louisiana as thousands attempt to pick up the pieces from the historic flooding.

It’s the latest, but certainly not the last example of extreme weather events that will increase in frequency and severity due to climate change.

When I watch the news and see homes and businesses wrecked, an angry thought comes to mind. The fossil fuel industry saw it all coming.

Issues: Environment & Animal Welfare

July 7, 2016
Opinion: Op-Eds

https://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/judicial/286836-money-bail-public-safety-fail

Sometimes dollars and cents are a matter of life and death. Whether or not you can afford bail is one of those cases.

Issues: Civil Rights and Social Justice