'We must not waver': Cities vow leadership in climate fight

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As the United States sounds its intent to pull out of the Paris Agreement, mayors around the world recommit to bold and pioneering actions to cut carbon emissions

"Immoral." "Heartbreaking." Civic leaders from around the world Thursday condemned President Donald Trump's decision to renege on the US commitment to the Paris climate accord but said they've been preparing...

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