During my generation’s lifetime, environmental protection has seemingly been the sole province of the far left. They are the ones we see on television ranting about environmental problems. They are the ones we pass on the street screaming their alarm about environmental impacts. They are the ones we see on the internet advocating policy solutions.
History books tell me that there was a time, not too long ago, when Americans engaged in reasonable and effective conversations on this very topic. Leaders across geographic and political divides searched for solutions that would support the environment and enhance the economy.