On Tuesday, former Vice President Joe Biden did something unprecedented for a Democratic candidate assured of nomination: he moved left. Part of Biden’s “Build Back Better” agenda, these plans are a Green New Deal in all but name. Firstly, like the Green New Deal, Biden’s plans reframe climate action as a jobs, infrastructure and clean energy stimulus. Climate change is a strong mobilization issue for the young voters Biden has struggled to attract to his campaign. As Biden prepares for election day in November, he would be wise to run on his Green New Deal-style climate plan.

Source: The Guardian July 20, 2020 10:07 UTC