New Campaign Highlights How Too Many California Politicians Ignore Impacts of their Energy Policies on Families
2024年7月31日 - 6:07AM
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Campaign reflects new polling showing that 84%
of Californians believe politicians have overlooked ‘people like
them’
A new TV advertising campaign launched today shines a light on
how California policies too often force families to make tough
choices about energy and other household expenses. The ad
from the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) airs statewide
with a social media campaign driving Californians to
BetterWayforAll.org.
“Protecting the everyday needs of people should be at the heart
of energy and climate efforts, but too many politicians are
ignoring the costs and tough choices their laws create for those
they serve,” said Catherine Reheis-Boyd, president and CEO of WSPA.
“Californians should not feel overlooked by the politicians
hurrying to impose costly regulations on the state. We all want to
protect our climate, but the solutions must be fair and accessible
to everyone, not just to those who can afford them.”
State lawmakers are invited to review the full findings of the
poll and Californians are urged to get involved at
BetterWayforAll.org. The survey was conducted by
Probolsky Research and found that 84% of Californians agree that
they are overlooked by politicians who fail to consider how
families are affected by their policies and decisions. The findings
are based on responses from 900 California adult residents. The
sampling error is +/-3.3 percent at the 95 percent confidence level
for likely voters. Interviewing took place from May 17-23, 2024.
Among the key findings:
- 84% of Californians feel that politicians have overlooked
people like them. This sentiment is shared by strong majorities
across party lines, age groups, genders, ethnicities, and education
levels.
- 75% believe we shouldn’t put environmental goals over the basic
needs of American families.
- 71% are worried about the effect of California’s climate goals
on the economy.
- 70% are worried about how California’s climate goals will
affect their daily lives.
“We believe there is a better way, and that we should all be
part of the important work to get this right. Our energy future
must include everyone and everything,” said Reheis-Boyd. “State
policies must allow for innovation and investment in all types of
energy, from more solar and wind to ever-cleaner fuels of all
kinds. And most importantly, our climate laws must ensure our
future is powered by energy that works best for people, for
families and for our society. We are proud to deliver this message,
to listen and to have a more inclusive dialogue with our state on a
better way forward.”
More information is available to the public at
BetterWayforAll.org.
About WSPA
Founded in 1907, the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA)
is the oldest petroleum trade association in the United States.
WSPA represents a dynamic membership of companies at the forefront
of petroleum exploration, production, refining, and transportation,
as well as leaders in renewable energy and carbon management
innovations. Serving Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, and
Washington, WSPA is committed to providing reliable and affordable
energy access for all Americans. We advocate for policies that
balance social, economic, and environmental considerations. Our
approach is inclusive and data-driven, as we educate government
leaders, the media, and the public. WSPA strives to ensure informed
policy decisions that will secure a vibrant and sustainable energy
future for all.
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Kevin Slagle Western States Petroleum Association (916) 498-9203
kslagle@wspa.org