U.S. oil production hit a record under Biden. He seldom mentions it.
www.washingtonpost.com
The politics of oil are particularly tricky for Democrats, whose chances for victory in the 2024 elections can hinge on whether young, climate-focused voters come out in big numbers.
  • davel [he/him]English
    5•1 year ago

    Meanwhile leftists are literally criticizing the Biden administration for high gas prices’ impact on the working class.

    Which leftists are these? I’ve yet to run into them.

    You want to change it? Let’s change it. Starting with activists.

    I still haven’t been able to decipher what kinds of activists you’re alluding to.

    • davel [he/him]English
      9•1 year ago

      Progressive liberals I guess? The Hill, Mar. ’22: Gas prices lead to tensions within Democratic Party

      Progressives are concerned that high gas prices are worsening inequalities, creating tension between activists who want Democrats to do more to condemn big oil and those trying to navigate Russia’s deadly invasion of Ukraine.