Kamala Harris: Biden bolsters climate credentials with VP pick

James S Murray
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California Senator has previously slammed President Trump's scientific illiteracy and backed plans for a $10tr net zero investment drive

Joe Biden yesterday announced California Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate, in a move that received plaudits from across the Democratic Party and looks set to further bolster the climate credentials...

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