by John Fund
Britain’s voter revolt over climate policies could spread to the U.S.
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People protest at a demonstration outside the Houses of Parliament against the expansion of London’s Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ), in London, England, August 29, 2023.
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If you want to see how serious a revolt could happen in the U.S. when Green New Deal fanatics start inflicting real pain on the middle class, you need look no further than what’s happening in London right now.
Last month, London mayor Sadiq Khan expanded his city’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) from eight neighborhoods to all 32 of them, covering all 9 million of its people. Owners of older gas and diesel cars must now pay $15 a day to drive in the ULEZ or risk a hefty fine.
About the Author
John Fund is National Review’s national-affairs reporter.
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If you want to see how serious a revolt could happen in the U.S. when Green New Deal fanatics start inflicting real pain on the middle class, you need look no further than what’s happening in London right now.
Last month, London mayor Sadiq Khan expanded his city’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) from eight neighborhoods to all 32 of them, covering all 9 million of its people. Owners of older gas and diesel cars must now pay $15 a day to drive in the ULEZ or risk a hefty fine.
About the Author
John Fund is National Review’s national-affairs reporter.
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