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We must act now to save our planet and to rescue our future . We need a system that works for our communities and the climate, not for the billionaires in power who","source_url":"https://JASONFORCONGRESS2026.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-07-15"},{"topic":"Climate","stance":"waterways, natural parks, and landmarks - Transitions our infrastructure to clean, sustainable, renewable energy - Guarantees clean water for all people - Implements a federal carbon tax on major corp","detail":"waterways, natural parks, and landmarks - Transitions our infrastructure to clean, sustainable, renewable energy - Guarantees clean water for all people - Implements a federal carbon tax on major corporations like Amazon to protect our community RESTORE NATIVE LAND The entirety of this campaign, this mission of peace , would all be in vain without prioritizing the rights and prosperity of Native communities. 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