In coal states, Democrats seek distance from emissions plan

The President’s plan to reduce carbon emissions will not take effect for several years. However in Congress various politicians have taken opposition to the bill. States like Kentucky and West Virginia receive almost all of their electrical energy from coal. Coal is a huge part of these states economy, employing many state residents. It is clear that state representatives are influenced by their need to keep voter approval and continue to be reelected. The environment is not taken to be the true focus of this issue. Politicians must take an opposition to this if they want to continue their service on Capitol Hill. This may be one of the ultimate flaws of governmental process and why environmental reform has been so slow. Politicians must choose the right decision that is good for the American people. Not just to save their own Jobs. This does not go without saying that States that depend on coal in their economy won’t take a hit, but environmental reform need to address the unemployment issue with regards to the American people as a whole.http://video.pbs.org/video/2365259788/