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Should the government impose stricter fuel efficiency standards on vehicles?

Fuel efficiency standards set the required average fuel economy for vehicles, aiming to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Proponents argue that it helps reduce emissions, save consumers money on fuel, and decrease reliance on fossil fuels. Opponents argue that it raises production costs, leading to higher vehicle prices, and may not have a significant impact on overall emissions.

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Yes, and also invest in high speed rail and public transportation
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 @9RMHLM5 from Oklahoma  answered…10mos10MO

Instead of imposing penalties they should provide incentives for companies that make fuel efficient/alternative fuel vehicles.

 @9QR8JKT from Florida  answered…10mos10MO

The government should incentivize fuel alternatives and impose stricter standards for fuel distributors.

 @9SH6CVS from Illinois  answered…9mos9MO

Yes, the government should impose stricter fuel efficiency standards. Auto manufacturers will eventually catch up to the restrictions and produce better performing cars.

 @9SSSZ3Q from Illinois  answered…8mos8MO

Yes, and invest in high speed rail and public transportation so there is less reliance on personal vehicles.

 @9SN7NSG from Florida  answered…9mos9MO

I think people with older vehicles should not be botherd but new cars that are being made should have stricter fuel efficiency standards on them.

 @9RVY2YNfrom Guam  answered…9mos9MO

No, because the U.S has historically done a poor job of setting fuel efficiency and environmental standards as compared to the Europe, Japan, South Korea and many others - the system needs to be better not stricter. This only offers to further increase the cost of affordable economy vehicles due to increasing manufacturer requirements, and furthermore will hurt the enthusiast market. Instead, better incentives should be offered to Hybrid, EV & Hydrogen vehicles.

 @9YLTPPK from Missouri  answered…6mos6MO

Yes, as in create an eco-friendly fuel standard to stop climate change and encourage creativity in making an environmentally beneficial fuel

 @9WQWRP3 from Pennsylvania  answered…7mos7MO

There should be incentives for developing new or more efficient technology, example combustion engines use only about 10% of energy to move the vehicle, if a better system can use 50% that would reduce fuel use by 5x, etc. innovation is key

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 @ISIDEWITH submitted…6mos6MO

Donald Trump nominates Pam Bondi as the next Attorney General

Former President and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as the next Attorney General of the United States, should he reclaim the presidency in the upcoming election.Bondi, a prominent figure in Republican politics, served as Florida's Attorney General from 2011 to 2019. She gained national attention for her legal battles on issues such as health care reform, consumer protection, and opioid abuse litigation. Known for her steadfast support of Trump during his presidency, Bondi also served as a key adviser during his first impeachment trial, where she defended his administration against accusations of abuse of power.In a statement released by his campaign, Trump praised Bondi’s “unwavering commitment to justice” and her “track record of standing up for everyday Americans against the abuses of Washington’s elites.”“Pam Bondi has been a fearless advocate for the people, and she embodies the principles of fairness, accountability, and the rule of law that are sorely needed to restore trust in our justice system,” Trump said. “She is the right person to lead the Department of Justice into a new era of integrity and excellence.”While Bondi’s nomination has been met with applause from conservative circles, it has also reignited criticism from Democrats and ethics watchdogs. Her acceptance of a $25,000 donation from the Trump Foundation in 2013, which coincided with her decision not to pursue an investigation into Trump University, has drawn scrutiny in the past and resurfaced following the announcement.Democratic leaders have already voiced opposition, questioning Bondi’s ability to lead the Department of Justice independently. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) called the nomination “a political power play” and urged a focus on “restoring integrity, not entrenching partisanship.”

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 @ISIDEWITH submitted…7mos7MO

The data says the US economy is strong. Swing-state voters disagree.

The US labour market has remained strong even while inflation has plunged from its 2022 peak. In September, the unemployment rate fell back to 4.1 per cent — higher than last year but still historically low. Even so, some warning signs have flashed for the economy. The number of Americans pursuing a second job is rising. So is the number of people unemployed for 15 weeks or longer. Credit card delinquencies are up, as people burn through cash handed out by the government during the pandemic. “People don’t feel as secure now,” said Paul Isely, an economics professor at Grand Valley State University in Michigan. “Even if lots of other markers in their life are better off, they know that they are consuming past their means, whereas before it was hidden by the fact that they had these excess savings.”Please use the sharing tools found via the share button at the top or side of articles. Copying articles to share with others is a breach of“Here’s the problem: inflation is the rate of increase and [that] has slowed, but the public’s focus is on the absolute price,” the president of Western Michigan University said. “It takes a lot for the price level to come down. That would be a recession and deflation, so it’s not quite clear you really want that.”For residents in the state’s most populous area — spanning Detroit, Warren and Dearborn — everyday costs are now much higher and still rising. Inflation jumped to almost 10 per cent in 2022 and was still above 3 per cent as of August, according to federal data.That has left housing-related expenses up 36 per cent since Biden entered office. Petrol is more expensive than under Trump. Grocery prices have risen 25 per cent in the past four years.

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