The Maryland Senate race between Democrat Angela Alsobrooks and Republican Larry Hogan will decide whether the state continues its progress toward a clean energy economy or shifts back to fossil fuels.
Aman Azhar reports for Inside Climate News.
In short:
- Angela Alsobrooks, running as a Democrat, aims to continue Maryland's clean energy efforts, citing personal stakes in combating climate change.
- Larry Hogan, a moderate Republican and former governor, has a mixed record on climate issues but promises bipartisan action.
- The outcome of this election could flip the Senate, impacting national climate policy and funding.
Key quote:
"Young voters have noticed the flooding that is happening, the extreme temperatures we are experiencing, the hottest June that we’ve just witnessed in recorded history this year. The planet is warming up."
— Angela Alsobrooks, Prince George’s County Executive.
Why this matters:
Maryland’s progress on clean energy is at stake in this election. A shift in Senate control could derail efforts to combat climate change, both locally and nationally.
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