Real News: China Brings Rs and Ds Together

One might not have expected to see the words “China,” “Republicans,” and “Democrats” strung in a phrase anchored by the tag line “Good News.” But, here you have it, a political version of man bites dog!

On March 8, E&E News reported that Senate Republicans and Democrats are seeing areas of alignment around potential carbon tariffs on imports. The overall sentiment that global concerns around emissions levels, combined with the recognition of China’s abuse of that concern, could yield a win for environmentalists, the American industrial sector, and those focused on national security. Of course, the proof will be in the pudding, but optimism tips the balance because of the opportunity to seize the day on multiple points of nexus.