Climate Change Fuels Fires; Puzzles Delight; Water Essential; Trump’s Removal Embarrassing.
TL/DR –
The articles discuss various topics, one of which links the Marshall Fire’s destructiveness to climate change and proposes the BIG WIRES Act as a solution for quicker transmission and emission reduction. Meanwhile, a reader appreciates the repair work on the New York Times Sunday Crossword puzzles, while another reader expresses their desire for the return of the “Precipitation Trend” data in the daily paper. Lastly, a reader criticizes the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision to remove Donald Trump from the ballot and warns about the danger of this precedent.
Marshall Fire’s Destructiveness Increased by Warming Climate
The Marshall Fire’s destructiveness was likely exacerbated by climate change, according to recent articles from The Daily Camera. The articles delved into the experiences of Louisville citizens rebuilding and applying for sales tax exemptions, and the struggle of containing wildfires in an increasingly warming climate.
The Inflation Reduction Act has been beneficial, but with only a 1% expansion in transmission each year, we are falling short of the potential emissions reductions. Addressing this is the BIG WIRES Act, a bill proposed to mandate regions to transmit a minimum of 30% of their peak demand by 2035.
Senator Hickenlooper introduced the bill, and support from Senator Bennet, Rep. Joe Neguse, and other Congress members is urgently needed. The bill is key to mitigating the destructiveness of wildfires by controlling climate change and reducing emissions.
Resolving Puzzles: A Christmas Delight
Appreciation is extended to Camera staff who rectified the issue of missing clues in the New York Times Sunday Crossword Puzzles – a problem that has plagued puzzle enthusiasts for the past month. As a result, today’s puzzle was complete, offering a delightful treat for hobbyists on Christmas Eve.
Water: A Precious Resource Highlighted by Precipitation Trend
As a long-time print reader, the absence of the “Precipitation Trend” in the weather data layout is noticeable. This feature, which compares current year precipitation to the previous year and average annual precipitation, is missed. Being reminded of our dry conditions and the importance of water conservation is vital. The return of this data in the daily paper would be appreciated.
Trump’s Removal from the Ballot: A Potential Precedent
The CO Supreme Court’s ruling to disqualify Mr. Trump from the upcoming ballot due to the alleged “insurrection” of January 6, 2021, is concerning, especially since no court has convicted him of such charges. This action could set a troubling precedent. Could Texas, for example, exclude Joe Biden from the ballot alleging he has failed his constitutional responsibility to secure the country’s borders, as some politicians are already promising?
—
Read More US Economic News