Uploaded June 2019 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Transcribed notes:
Bernie Sanders:
Talked about fossil fuels and oil interests. Recognizes some of the root causes of climate change. Wants to expand beyond the United States, which is excellent. Seems to truly understand the stakes. Called for taking on the fossil fuel industry in his closing statements.
Kamala Harris:
Talks about climate change as the climate crisis and calls it an existential threat. Recognizes that climate change isn't just about carbon emissions, it's also about wildfires. Openly supports a Green New Deal and the Paris Accords.
Pete Buttigieg:
Supports agressive and ambitious measures, including carbon tax and dividends. Recognizes how climate change is happening directly to us and in a powerful way. Wants to incorporate workers, which is what Sunrise Movement advocates for.
Michael Bennet:
Dissed the Green New Deal in his first statement, lost some of my support. Did mention that his state reduced methane emissions. Would prioritize climate change at the start.
Joe Biden:
Mentioned clean air. Advocates for a relatively grassroots solution. Wants the United States to lead on climate change.
Marianne Williamson:
Mentioned environmental issues in connection with healthcare, the only candidate to do so (as far as I know)
Kirsten Gillibrand:
Called out the Koch Bros and the system that has created greed in capitalism.
Eric Swalwell:
Mentioned that the youth must lead on climate action. Alluded to a green economy. Mentioned climate change in his closing statements.
Andrew Yang:
Mentioned climate change as a priority. Encourages climate change collaboration with China.
John Hickenlooper:
Doesn't seem to recognize that the oil and gas industry is terrible and causing the problem. Wants a united front to act on climate change, but seems to advocate for moderate solutions. Mentioned climate change as a priority. Mentioned climate change in his closing statement.
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We need a climate debate, since the environment was barely mentioned tonight or last night. The DNC needs to recognize that the environment impacts everyone. Healthcare? Climate change is making air pollution worse. Immigration? Fighting for water and food is getting worse with droughts. The economy? We're facing $160 trillion in environmental damages. The DNC is looking at this as a single issue, instead of the foundation for our entire society.
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Transcribed notes:
Bernie Sanders:
Talked about fossil fuels and oil interests. Recognizes some of the root causes of climate change. Wants to expand beyond the United States, which is excellent. Seems to truly understand the stakes. Called for taking on the fossil fuel industry in his closing statements.
Kamala Harris:
Talks about climate change as the climate crisis and calls it an existential threat. Recognizes that climate change isn't just about carbon emissions, it's also about wildfires. Openly supports a Green New Deal and the Paris Accords.
Pete Buttigieg:
Supports agressive and ambitious measures, including carbon tax and dividends. Recognizes how climate change is happening directly to us and in a powerful way. Wants to incorporate workers, which is what Sunrise Movement advocates for.
Michael Bennet:
Dissed the Green New Deal in his first statement, lost some of my support. Did mention that his state reduced methane emissions. Would prioritize climate change at the start.
Joe Biden:
Mentioned clean air. Advocates for a relatively grassroots solution. Wants the United States to lead on climate change.
Marianne Williamson:
Mentioned environmental issues in connection with healthcare, the only candidate to do so (as far as I know)
Kirsten Gillibrand:
Called out the Koch Bros and the system that has created greed in capitalism.
Eric Swalwell:
Mentioned that the youth must lead on climate action. Alluded to a green economy. Mentioned climate change in his closing statements.
Andrew Yang:
Mentioned climate change as a priority. Encourages climate change collaboration with China.
John Hickenlooper:
Doesn't seem to recognize that the oil and gas industry is terrible and causing the problem. Wants a united front to act on climate change, but seems to advocate for moderate solutions. Mentioned climate change as a priority. Mentioned climate change in his closing statement.
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We need a climate debate, since the environment was barely mentioned tonight or last night. The DNC needs to recognize that the environment impacts everyone. Healthcare? Climate change is making air pollution worse. Immigration? Fighting for water and food is getting worse with droughts. The economy? We're facing $160 trillion in environmental damages. The DNC is looking at this as a single issue, instead of the foundation for our entire society.
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**Note: We are not scientists. Nobody on the team claims to be an expert in this field, and we're not trying to put out new studies. We're simply trying to gather the most credible information that is already on the Internet, and present it to you in the most interesting way possible. As well as this, we strongly recommend that you look up all this stuff for yourself. This includes reading articles and watching videos that directly contradict us. Why? Well, the point of our videos is to get to the truth. In a proper debate, nobody 'wins' or 'loses' or 'gets destroyed'. Instead, both sides rationally discuss something until the truth is reached. That is what we are doing here, and that is why we would welcome you to comment on this video or e-mail us if you have any concerns.
