On Energy, Democrats Swap Net Zero For Net Savings: Liam Denning

When the Biden administration branded its green industrial policy as “inflation reduction,” not enough Americans were persuaded. Now, picking up the pieces from November’s election defeats and with the midterms just over a year away, the emerging Democratic climate platform could be described as “inflation weaponization.” Energy affordability offers a viable, if tricky, line of attack on Republicans. Utilities and Big Tech should beware, too.

Sharp increases in electricity prices are showing up in inflation data, becoming a key part of New Jersey’s gubernatorial race and even being acknowledged by President Donald Trump’s energy secretary. They are now also shaping Democratic policy and politicking. Representatives Sean Casten of ...