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Should the United States implement a national carbon tax to curb greenhouse-gas emissions and fund climate initiatives?

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68% 48
23% 16
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  • Yes
  • 48
  • No
  • 16
  • Undecided
  • 7
Tax fossil fuels to cut emissions and fund climate initiatives.
Pros:
  • It sends a clear price signal to reduce greenhouse-gas output.
  • It spurs clean-energy investment and innovation.
  • It generates predictable revenue for climate mitigation and rebates.

Cons:
  • It can be regressive without targeted rebates for low-income households.
  • It faces steep political challenges as a new federal tax.
  • It risks “carbon leakage” if industries relocate abroad.

Conclusion: A carbon tax is market-efficient but demands equity safeguards and political will.