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Global Warming

Global warming refers to the increase in the average temperature of the Earth's near-surface air and oceans in recent decades and its projected continuation. The global average air temperature near the Earth's surface rose 0.74 %uFFFD 0.18 %uFFFDC (1.33 %uFFFD 0.32 %uFFFDF) during the last 100 years. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) concludes, "most of the observed increase in globally averaged temperatures since the mid-20th century is very likely due to the observed increase in anthropogenic greenhouse gas concentrations" via the greenhouse effect. Natural phenomena such as solar variation combined with volcanoes probably had a small warming effect from pre-industrial times to 1950 and a small cooling effect from 1950 onward. These basic conclusions have been endorsed by at least 30 scientific societies and academies of science, including all of the national academies of science of the major industrialized countries. However, a few individual scientists disagree with some of the main conclusions of the IPCC. Climate models referenced by the IPCC project that global surface temperatures are likely to increase by 1.1 to 6.4 %uFFFDC (2.0 to 11.5 %uFFFDF) between 1990 and 2100. The range of values results from the use of differing scenarios of future greenhouse gas emissions as well as models with differing climate sensitivity. Although most studies focus on the period up to 2100, warming and sea level rise are expected to continue for more than a millennium even if greenhouse gas levels are stabilized. This reflects the large heat capacity of the oceans. An increase in global temperatures is expected to cause other changes, including sea level rise, increased intensity of extreme weather events, and changes in the amount and pattern of precipitation. Other effects of global warming include changes in agricultural yields, glacier retreat, species extinctions and increases in the ranges of disease vectors. Remaining scientific uncertainties include the amount of warming expected in the future, and how warming and related changes will vary from region to region around the globe. There is ongoing political and public debate worldwide regarding what, if any, action should be taken to reduce or reverse future warming or to adapt to its expected consequences.

Joseph Biden on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes in global warming and has plans to curb it's effects by becoming more efficient
Description:	Biden wants to work toward a global solution. He would... 1. Restore U.S. Leadership On Climate Change 2. Cap Greenhouse Gas Emissions In the US 3. Increase Use Of Renewable Energy 4. Increase Fuel Economy 5. Increase Use of Renewable Fuels 6. Invest In Building Next-Generation Highly Efficient Vehicles 7. Require the Federal Government To Be More Energy Efficient 8. Encourage Americans To Use Energy Efficiently
Citations:

1.	Climate Change (8/6/07) Joe Biden outlines his plans to curb global warming and become more energy efficient.
2.	A Summary of Bill S.RES.30 (11/2/07) Biden sponsored a resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the need for the United States to address global climate change through the negotiation of fair and effective international commitments.
3.	Summary of Global Warming Pollution Reduction Act (11/2/07) Co-sponsored the "Global Warming Pollution Reduction Act" of 2007, which would require the U.S. to reduce emissions to 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050.

Michael Bloomberg on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes global warming is a problem and wants to stop it by cutting greenhouse emissions.
Description:	Bloomberg has a plan to cut greenhouse emissions by 30 percent by 2030. He also has suggested expanding profit incentives for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Bloomberg also wants to build wind farms, nuclear power plants, raise automobile fuel standards, and create market-driven incentives to produce cleaner energy.
Citations:

1.	Bloomberg Calls for National Energy Reforms (8/7/07) Bloomberg talks about his energy plan which includes thwarting global warming.
2.	Mayor Michael Bloomberg's Earth Day Speech: 'A Greener, Greater New York' (10/22/07) "And climate change that is real and worrisome. As a coastal city, we're on the leading edge of one of the most dramatic effects of global warming: rising sea levels and intensifying storms." - Michael Bloomberg

Sam Brownback on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes global warming is caused by greenhouse gases and needs to be addressed.
Description:	Brownback wants to prevent global warming by using less oil and use forms of carbon conservation. Brownback sponsored a carbon conservation bill, Domestic Carbon Conservation Incentive Act, in 2001, and has recently sponsored a bill to increase vehicle efficiencies.
Citations:

1.	Brownback: It's Time to Tackle Global Warming (8/7/07) Brownback talks about the need to reduce CO2 in the atmosphere.
2.	Brownback Talks Renewable Fuels in Perry, IA (8/6/07) Brownback's talk on how we need to use more renewable fuels and less harmful ones.

Hillary Clinton on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes in global warming and wants to work to reduce emissions of carbon dioxide and other harmful gases.
Description:	"I strongly believe this nation needs to take sensible first steps to slow and ultimately reduce emissions of carbon dioxide and other gases that contribute to climate change. To that end, I support investment in renewable energy, carbon sequestration, and the flexible, market-based the emissions reduction approach in the Climate Stewardship Act of 2003 proposed by Senators Lieberman and McCain. I also support funding for research and development of carbon sequestration technologies as well as advanced clean coal technologies." - Hillary Clinton
Citations:

1.	Climate Change (8/6/07) Clinton warns that the U.S. needs to lead the world in curbing climate change before something devastating happens.
2.	Global Warming Pollution Reduction Act Roll Call (11/3/07) Co-sponsored the "Global Warming Pollution Reduction Act" in 2007, which would require the U.S. to reduce emissions to 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050.
3.	Climate Stewardship and Innovation Act Roll Call (11/3/07) Co-sponsored the "Climate Stewardship and Innovation Act of 2007," which would cut carbon emissions by 30 percent from 2000 to 2050.
4.	Strategic Energy Fund Act Roll Call (11/3/07) Sponsored the "Strategic Energy Fund Act of 2006," which would have established a $50-billion fund to create a research agency focused on reducing the threat of global warming and to invest in clean energy technologies.
5.	Amendment to the Energy Policy Act of 2005 Roll Call (11/3/07) Voted yes on an amendment to the "Energy Policy Act of 2005," which would have capped greenhouse gas emissions at 2000 levels by 2010.
6.	Amendment to the Energy Policy Act of 2003 Roll Call (11/3/07) Voted yes on an amendment to the "Energy Policy Act of 2003," which would have increased automobile fuel efficiency standards to 40 mpg by 2015.
7.	Statement of Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton on United Nations Report on Climate Change (11/2/07) "The scientific consensus is clear and overwhelming: we are causing the planet to warm, with potentially devastating consequences. We need to take immediate steps to address this problem." - Hillary Clinton

Stephen Colbert on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Opposes action against global warming, but begrudgingly admits it exists: Al Gore's movie made money. The market has spoken.
Description:	Colbert originally spoke out opposing Al Gore and the fight against global warming. Later however, in a rare concession, Colbert admitted that global warming exists, stating that "Al Gore's book made money. The free market has spoken."
Citations:

1.	The Convenientest Truth (10/18/07) In 2006, Stephen Colbert counters the global warming awareness movement with his own documentary "The Convenientest Truth".

John Cox on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Not enough proof to say whether or not it is caused by humans
Description:	"Well, I think the climate always changes. I think that there's probably some measure of human cause - the issue is how much. The world has been warmer and colder throughout history and obviously that was way before cars. Cars weren't around during the Middle Ages and there's a lot of scientific evidence that shows the earth was actually warmer during some parts of the middle ages. The answer is: I don't know and I don't think scientific knowledge is totally sure on this point, because I don't think scientific knowledge is actually sure about anything. So, the so-called scientists and I don't put down scientists, they provide a lot of opportunity to people. But, you know, they are not always that sure and they are not always right." - John Cox
Citations:

1.	2008 Central Exclusive Interview With John Cox, Part 1 (9/12/07) global warming? whats that?

Christopher Dodd on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes in global warming and wants to reduce 80 percent of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
Description:	Dodd's plan to curb global warming is... 1 . Reduce 80 percent of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. 2. Enact a Corporate Carbon Tax. 3. Increase efficiency standards for consumer products. 4. Raise fuel economy standards in automobiles to 50 mpg by 2017. 5. Impose tough standards for construction of new coal plants. 6. Increase renewable electricity standard to 20% by 2020. 7. Invest in Biofuels and other clean energy technologies. 8. Make the Production Tax Credit permanent for clean and renewable sources of energy. 9. Make high-efficiency automobiles affordable. 10. Require that all new government vehicles use hybrid, plug-in, or other fuel efficient and alternative technology. 11. Require that all new and existing federal buildings be equipped with the latest energy efficiency technologies. 12. Increase access to affordable mass transit systems. 13. Export renewable energy technologies to, allies and developing nations.
Citations:

1.	Chris Dodd On Global Warming Part 3 (8/7/07) Dodd talks about alternate energy
2.	Chris Dodd On Global Warming Part 1 (8/7/07) Dodd talks about how global warming is linked to national security
3.	Chris Dodd On Global Warming Part 2 (8/7/07) Dodd talks about a carbon tax.
4.	The Dodd Energy Plan (8/7/07) Dodd outlines his energy plan which he wants to use to curb global warming, create jobs, and keep America safe.
5.	Dodd on the Record (11/4/07) "I believe that turning back the clock on global warming and reducing our dependence on foreign oil must be dual goals of any commonsense energy plan. Thankfully, there are existing and exciting new technologies that will reduce our dependence on foreign oil while reducing global warming risks. My administration will focus on these technologies." - Dodd
6.	New Hampshire Democratic Presidential Candidates Debate Transcript (11/4/07) "I've introduced a plan here that would require a by the year 2017 50 miles per gallon standard for our automobiles. I believe that can be done. We ought to do it immediately, in my view. And a carbon tax, in my view, so that you make the polluting dependencies, the polluting fuels, more expensive and encourage them through the use of revenues collected, to move aggressively on developing the alternative technologies of solar and wind and other sources of energy we could use." - Dodd
7.	Global Warming Pollution Reduction Act Roll Call (11/4/07) Co-sponsored the "Global Warming Pollution Reduction Act" in 2007, which would require the U.S. to reduce emissions to 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050.
8.	Amendment to the Energy Policy Act of 2005 Roll Call (11/4/07) Voted yes on an amendment to the "Energy Policy Act of 2005," which would have capped greenhouse gas emissions at 2000 levels by 2010.
9.	Amendment to the Energy Policy Act of 2003 Roll Call (11/4/07) Voted yes on an amendment to the "Energy Policy Act of 2003," which would have increased automobile fuel efficiency standards to 40 mpg by 2015.

John Edwards on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Our nation's dependence on oil and other fossil fuels is contributing to global warming.
Description:	John Edwards believes that we must be investing in clean, renewable energies like wind, solar, and biofuels to create a new energy economy, developing a new generation of efficient cars and trucks, and putting new energy-saving technologies to work in buildings, transportation, and industry.
Citations:

1.	Investing In Our Future And Our Communities (8/6/07) Global warming is a crisis that could fundamentally change our plan, creating hundreds of millions of deaths and starvation. Edwards will restore our energy independence by asking Americans to be patriotic about something other than war and building a new energy economy based on clean renewable energy and energy efficiency.
2.	Edwards answers conservation question (8/6/07) Edwards talks about how he doesn't favor nuclear power but favors solar power and biofuels.
3.	Edwards talks Global Warming in Cedar Rapids (8/6/07) Edwards talks about how we have no sway in preventing global warming worldwide because we contribute the most to it. He then outlines his plan to address that issue.
4.	Edwards Talks Global Warming at Hall of Fame Dinner in IA (8/6/07) "We need to be patriotic about something other than war" - John Edwards on global warming.
5.	John Edwards UNLV Part 2 (8/6/07) Edwards speaks to UNLV about solutions for global warming like capping auto emissions.
6.	John Edwards UNLV Part 1 (8/6/07) John Edwards talking about how bad the U.S. needs to "clean up"
7.	John Edwards UNLV Part 3 (8/6/07) John Edwards imploring people make a difference about global warming.
8.	Exclusive: Interview with Senator John Edwards on Science-Related Topics (11/5/07) " I believe America has to lead the way in dealing with the crisis of climate change and global warming. We are four percent of the world's population, but we emit as much as 25 percent of the world's greenhouse gases. We have no credibility with the rest of the world on this issue right now. We're the worst polluter on the planet. America needs to lead by example. ... We must lead the world to a new climate treaty that commits other countries -- including developing nations -- to reduce their pollution. I will insist that developing countries join us in this effort, by offering to share new clean energy technology and, if necessary, using trade agreements to require binding greenhouse reductions." - Edwards
9.	Amendment to the Energy Policy Act of 2003 Roll Call (11/5/07) Voted yes on an amendment to the "Energy Policy Act of 2003," which would have increased automobile fuel efficiency standards to 40 mpg by 2015.
10.	Edwards on the Record (10/9/07) Edwards talks about how he doesn't support energy sources that further global warming.

Newt Gingrich on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Does not feel there is enough proof to support the human-caused global warming.
Description:	Newt doesn't think there is enough proof to say that humans are causing global warming but he still feels that it is a good idea to reduce carbon emissions over the next 50 years. He feels the U.S. should reach out and take the global lead in developing new technologies to reduce carbon emissions and share those technologies with other countries.
Citations:

1.	Newt on Global Warming (8/7/07) Newt talks about how global warming is inconclusive.
2.	Newt Gingrich on Kyoto & America Leading on Global Warming (8/7/07) Newt criticizes the treaty and the way in which Clinton handled it. Also says America should be a leader in innovation on climate technologies.
3.	Newt Gingrich "The Evidence is Sufficient" on Global Warming (8/6/07) Newt talking about how global warming is happening and how hard it will be to change.

Rudolph Giuliani on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes in global warming and supports achieving energy independence
Description:	Mayor Rudolph Giuliani believes that global warming is a phenomenon. He supports achieving energy independence to address the effects of global warming.
Citations:

1.	Republican Presidential Debate, June 5, 2007 (8/5/07) "I think we have to accept the view that scientists have, that there is global warming, and that human operation, human condition contributes to that. And the fact is that there is a way to deal with it and to address it in a way that we can also accomplish energy independence, which we need as a matter of national security. It's frustrating and really dangerous for us to see money going to our enemies because we have to buy oil from certain countries. We should be supporting all the alternatives. We need a project similar to putting a man on the moon. That project started with Eisenhower. It was carried out by Kennedy and then Johnson and then Nixon. And that was two Democrats and two Republicans working (inaudible) Democrats working in the national interest."
2.	Transcript for November 27 (11/21/07) "I think we have to accept the view that scientists have that there is global warming and that human operation, human condition, contributes to that. And the fact is that there is a way to deal with it and to address it in a way that we can also accomplish energy independence, which we need as a matter of national security. It's frustrating and really dangerous for us to see money going to our enemies because we have to buy oil from certain countries. We should be supporting all the alternatives. We need a project similar to putting a man on the moon." - Giuliani
3.	Interview with Rudy Giuliani (11/21/07) "Whatever your scientific conclusion about global warming, whether it's manmade or it isn't or whatever, the reality is ... if you don't have restrictions on China, if you don't have restrictions on India, our contribution, ultimately, is going to be minor. We could put all these restrictions on ourselves and have just as much arguable global warming if China, India, some of these other countries that are going to be contributing a lot more to this don't become part of some kind of system to create alternatives."

Al Gore on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes global warming is caused by humans and it needs to be stopped immediately.
Description:	Gore feels we can stop global warming by not looking at it as a political issues but looking at it as a moral issue and to share a sense of urgency.
Citations:

1.	Global Warming 101 with Al Gore (8/7/07) Al Gore goes on Oprah and talks about global warming and what you can do to stop it.
2.	Al Gore: Global Warming Testimony @ Congress 3.21.07 (8/7/07) Al Gore testifies to the House Energy & Science committees.
3.	Al Gore Global Warming and Solutions (8/7/07) How to encourage businesses to clean up
4.	Al Gore on Stopping GlobalWarming (8/7/07) Edited interview where Al Gore covers some of the real ways global warming will be stopped - by seeing the opportunity underlying this crisis...by going beyond left vs. right politics to a shared sense of moral purpose...by making sure we have "a well informed citizenry" to quote James Madison. Only by coming together will we save ourselves from this potential calamity.

Mike Gravel on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes global warming is a problem and wants to stop it by capping emissions, stopping deforestation, and working with other nations on a collective effort.
Description:	Senator Gravel will reduce America's carbon footprint in the world by passing legislation that caps emissions, and lead the fight against global deforestation, which today is second only to the energy sector as a source of greenhouses gases. He wants to work together with other global polluters because fighting global warming can only be effective if it is a collective global effort.
Citations:

1.	Global Warming/Climate Change (8/7/07) What Gravel would do about global warming if he was elected president.

Chuck Hagel on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Doesn't believe that global warming is proven.
Description:	"We always had climate change, the issue is what is causing this. We still do not know." - Hagel. Regardless of global warming, Hagel still wants to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and invest in clean technologies.
Citations:

1.	The Chuck Stops Here (8/7/07) An interview with Sen. Chuck Hagel, Republican from Nebraska, on his new climate bills.
2.	The Unmooring of Chuck Hagel (8/7/07) It's not well-known, but Kyoto foe Hagel is still skeptical that humans are triggering global warming. "We always had climate change," he told me during a recent interview. "The issue is what is causing this. We still do not know."

Mike Huckabee on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Supports the reduction of human impact on the earth regardless of the cause of global warming.
Description:	Governor Mike Huckabee believes the reason for climate change should be left to scientists. Regardless, Governor Huckabee believes the U.S. should be "good stewards of this Earth."
Citations:

Republican Debate Transcript, Simi Valley California, May 3, 2007 (8/6/07)
"The most important thing about global warming is this. Whether humans are responsible for the bulk of climate change is going to be left to the scientists, but it's all of our responsibility to leave this planet in better shape for the future generations than we found it.

It's the old boy scout rule of the campsite: You leave the campsite in better shape than you found it.

I believe that even our responsibility to God means that we have to be good stewards of this Earth, be good caretakers of the natural resources that don't belong to us, we just get to use them. We have no right to abuse them."

Duncan Hunter on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Has not stated whether he believes global warming is a natural phenomenon or is a product of humans
Description:	Regardless of the cause of global warming, Hunter feels that we need to cut our carbon emissions and achieve energy independence.
Citations:

1.	Republican Debate Transcript, Simi Valley California, May 3, 2007 (8/6/07) "... I think that global warming and the need to be energy-independent gives us a great opportunity. I think we should bring together all of our colleges, our universities, the private sector, government laboratories, and undertake what, for this next generation, will be a great opportunity and a great challenge to remove energy dependence on the Middle East and, at the same time, help the climate. I think we can do that. We need to take taxes down to zero for the alternative energy sources. We need to make sure that all the licensing from our laboratories that goes to the private sector goes to the American manufacturing sector for these energy systems."
2.	Candidate warns against leaving Iraq half finished (11/26/07) "Few people in global warming can tell you exactly what's happening. And there is a difference in opinion as to how fast because ice ages have come and gone, how much of the country would be warming, how much the glaciers are receding -- how much of that is attributable to mankind, and how much of it is attributable to the natural cycle? But I don't think you have to answer that question to do what I've recommended. I think we have lots of reasons to be energy independent." - Duncan Hunter
3.	Duncan Hunter '08? (10/4/07) Hunter also weighed in on global warming, saying that regardless of what the studies say, the U.S. should explore alternative fuel sources for use by the Department of Defense. The military has an interest in being able to run its operations off a renewable source, he said.

Dennis Kucinich on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes in global warming and feels the solution is to move away from oil and coal.
Description:	Kucinich wants to move away from using oil and coal and toward alternate energy like wind power and solar power. He wants to reorganize the country and "sustainability and conservation".
Citations:

1.	YouTube Debate: Kucinich Answers Global Warming Question (8/7/07) CNN/YouTube Debate: Dennis Kucinich answers global warming question
2.	Kucinich Discusses Global Warming and the Economy (8/7/07) Representative Kucinich discusses global warming and the economy. He sees the connection between global warming and global warring.
3.	Dennis Kucinich on Global Warming (11/9/07) Kucinich says we need to decrease our carbon footprint and more to green energy.
4.	A Request to provide Climate Change Documents (11/9/07) Introduced resolution after Hurricane Katrina, requesting that the White House submit to Congress all documents in their possession relating to the anticipated effects of climate change on the coastal regions of the United States.
5.	Statement In Support Of Protecting Artic Refuge (11/9/07) Signed statement in 2005 urging Congress to reject any proposal to open the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas exploration and development.
6.	Clean Smokestacks Act of 2005 Roll Call (11/9/07) Co-sponsored the "Clean Smokestacks Act" of 2005, which would have reduced emissions from power plants.
7.	Amendment to the EnergyPolicy Act of 2005 Roll Call (11/9/07) Voted yes on an amendment to the "Energy Policy Act of 2005," which would have raised automobile fuel standards to 33 mpg by 2015.

John McCain on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes global warming is a problem and wants to use nuclear power to reduce greenhouse gases.
Description:	McCain wants to cut carbon consumption by exploring alternate energy methods like nuclear power, which he says is working well right now in France, sugar cane ethanol, and biofuels.
Citations:

1.	McCain Answers Question on Climate Change in Gilford, NH (8/7/07) McCain talks about how important is to take steps to curb greenhouse emissions.
2.	New Hampshire Republican debate climate clipshow (8/7/07) A global warming question answered by McCain and other candidates in a debate in NH.

Barack Obama on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes that global warming is serious and wants to reduce 80% of greenhouse gases by 2050
Description:	Barack wants to combat global warming by increasing fuel standards in cars, use more clean burning fuels, capping greenhouse gases from plants and industries, encourage entrepreneurship and research in new energy, and provide incentives for people to purchase energy efficient products.
Citations:

1.	Obama talks about renewable energy & global warming (8/7/07) Sen. Barack Obama, at a rally in Concord, NH on July 26, 2007, explains the changes needed for a responsible energy policy to fight global warming.
2.	Obama discusses global warming in NH (8/7/07) Senator Obama discusses global warming in a speech on government reform in NH.
3.	Obama Answers Question on Global Warming Actions (8/7/07) Sen. Barack Obama answers a question, in Manchester, NH on June 20, 2007, on what actions are needed to fight global warming.
4.	Renewing American Leadership (11/12/07) "Strengthened institutions and invigorated alliances and partnerships are especially crucial if we are to defeat the epochal, man-made threat to the planet: climate change. ... As the world's largest producer of greenhouse gases, America has the responsibility to lead. While many of our industrial partners are working hard to reduce their emissions, we are increasing ours at a steady clip -- by more than ten percent per decade. As president, I intend to enact a cap-and-trade system that will dramatically reduce our carbon emissions. ... Getting our own house in order is only a first step. ... We need a global response to climate change that includes binding and enforceable commitments to reducing emissions, especially for those that pollute the most: the United States, China, India, the European Union, and Russia."
5.	Global Warming Pollution Reduction Act Roll Call (11/12/07) Co-sponsored the "Global Warming Pollution Reduction Act" of 2007, which would require the U.S. to reduce its emissions by 2050 to 80 percent below 1990 levels.
6.	Climate Stewardship and Innovation Act Roll Call (11/12/07) Co-sponsored the "Climate Stewardship and Innovation Act of 2007," which would cut carbon emissions by 30 percent from 2000 to 2050.
7.	Amendment to the Energy Policy Act of 2005 Roll Call (11/12/07) Voted yes on an amendment to the "Energy Policy Act of 2005," which would have capped greenhouse gas emissions at 2000 levels by 2010.
8.	Obama on the Record (10/8/07) An interview with Barack Obama about his presidential platform on energy and the environment.
9.	Address to the Detroit Economic Club (10/23/07) Senator Obama addresses the Detroit Economic Club and sets forth some of his plans for America's energy policy. He also talks about how we need to clean up our energy to thwart global warming.
10.	Global Warming in Council Bluffs (10/23/07) A short excerpt from the Senator's Town Hall meeting held in Council Bluffs, IA where he talks about how global warming is going to be devastating to our economy.

Ron Paul on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Does not feel that global warming is necessarily caused by humans.
Description:	Ron Paul feels that the current science on global warming is inconclusive.
Citations:

1.	Why Are Americans So Angry? (8/7/07) A speech made by Ron Paul to the U.S. House about global warming.
2.	Ron Paul Answers Question on Renewable Fuels in Des Moines (10/8/07) Rep. Ron Paul answers an audience question on renewable fuels and pollution at his office opening in Des Moines, IA.

Bill Richardson on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes in human caused global warming and wants to stop it by shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources
Description:	Richardson's plan is to... 1. Cut oil demand: 50% by 2020 2. Create new efficiencies and energy sources in the electrical sector: 50% by 2040 3. Dramatically Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions: 90% by 2050 4. Invite the Oil Companies to Become Energy Companies 5. Have everyone make an effort
Citations:

1.	Gov. Richardson explains how to reduce Global Warming (8/7/07) Gov. Bill Richardson explains what it will take to reduce global warming emissions to a group of environmental professionals in Concord, NH on July 16, 2007.
2.	Issues: Energy (8/7/07) Richardson outlines his plan to cut back on fossil fuels.
3.	Bill Richardson: Climate Change #1 issue for young voters (11/15/07) Richardson says we need an international effort to fight global warming, which is caused by fossil fuels.
4.	Gov. Bill Richardson says West sets climate pace (11/15/07) Richardson entered New Mexico into a five-state agreement to lower greenhouse gases in Feb. 2007.
5.	Governor Bill Richardson Signs Historic Climate Change Executive Order (11/15/07) Bill Richardson signed executive order to reduce greenhouse gases in New Mexico by 267-million metric tons in 2006.
6.	State of New Mexico Energy Efficient Green Building Standards for State Buildings (11/15/07) He established energy efficient building standards in state buildings in 2006.
7.	Requiring the Increased Use of Renewable Fuels in New Mexico State Government (11/15/07) Richardson required increased use of renewable fuels in state government in 2005.

Mitt Romney on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes that humans contribute to global warming and wants to prevent it by researching alternate energy methods
Description:	Romney would do two things to stop global warming. 1. Work with other nations to reduce worldwide greenhouse emissions. 2. Develop alternate energy sources including biofuels, wind, solar, ethanol, nuclear, and clean coals.
Citations:

1.	Romney Answers Global Warming Question in NH (8/7/07) Governor Romney answers global warming question in NH

Tom Tancredo on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Supports the reduction of carbon emissions regardless of the cause of global warming.
Description:	Congressman Tom Tancredo is not sure whether global warming is a natural or a human induced phenomenon. Regardless he supports reducing the U.S.'s reliance on petroleum products to reduce carbon emissions that could potential contribute to global warming.
Citations:

Republican Debate Transcript, South Carolina (8/4/07)
"Okay. First of all, the whole issue of global warming, for every single scientist that tells you it's happening and that it's our fault -- and they'll stack up to here in this reports -- I can stack up another group of reports that say just the opposite."

Tommy Thompson on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Believes in global warming and feels the best thing we can do is become energy independent.
Description:	Wants to use cleaner energy sources like hydrogen, ethanol, nuclear, solar, wind, and scrubbed coal and use those to make America energy independent.
Citations:

1.	Tommy Thompson Addresses Climate Change in Davenport IA (8/7/07) We need to first become energy independent.
2.	Thompson Shares Views on Global Warming in Grundy Center, IA (8/7/07) Gov. Tommy Thompson shares his thoughts on Global Warming with a group of folks in Grundy Center, Iowa on Friday, May 4 2007.

Fred Thompson on Global Warming More on this candidate

Stance:	Humans are not causing global warming
Description:	Thompson is skeptical that global warming is caused primarily by human activities. To support his view, he has cited an argument (originally raised by K.I. Abdusamatov of the Pulkovo Observatory) that warming has been observed in several other planets in the solar system (including Mars) and that this is evidence that Earth's warming is the result of solar activity.
Citations:

Plutonic Warming (8/14/07)
Some people think that our planet is suffering from a fever. Now scientists are telling us that Mars is experiencing its own planetary warming: Martian warming. It seems scientists have noticed recently that quite a few planets in our solar system seem to be heating up a bit, including Pluto.

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