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Saint Paul council adopts nonbinding Green New Deal resolution after youth testimony
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The City Council unanimously adopted a nonbinding Green New Deal resolution after several young activists from Sunrise Twin Cities testified. Councilmembers praised youth advocates and said the resolution will guide future local climate work and be sent to congressional leaders.
The Saint Paul City Council adopted a nonbinding Green New Deal resolution after testimony from local young activists who urged urgent local action to address the climate crisis.
Item 15, “Resolution 205-424, Advocating for a Green New Deal,” was presented with speakers from Sunrise Twin Cities. Ella, a Ward 3 resident, told the council, “As a young person, I want a future in which my choices are not dictated by the climate crisis and in which I can live safely on this planet.” Jesse, another Sunrise member, described the resolution as “an…
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