US Republicans accuse Canada of wildfire inaction
Canadian leader Mark Carney says both countries have a responsibility to fight climate change.
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Notable Quotes
"Climate change is everyone's responsibility - truly everyone's - including the United States."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"Maybe what you should do rather than complain is send support, send help, because we have done the exact same thing for our American friends."
— Doug Ford , Politician
"We are done accepting apologies in place of action."
— John James , Politician
"American lungs are paying the price for Canadian inaction, year after year."
— John Moolenaar , Politician
"Climate change is a global issue, and it would be inaccurate to suggest that Canada alone caused or could have prevented these wildfires."
— Anabela Bonada , Academic
Key People
Dr. Anabela Bonada is a researcher at the University of Waterloo focusing on climate change.
Doug Ford is the Premier of Ontario.
Jack Bergman is a Republican member of Congress from Michigan.
John James is a Republican member of Congress from Michigan.
John Moolenaar is a U.S. representative from Michigan.
Lisa McClain is a US Congresswoman from Michigan.
Mark Carney is the Prime Minister of Canada.
Dr. Patrick James is a professor at the University of Toronto specializing in climate-related studies.
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Canadian leader Mark Carney says both countries have a responsibility to fight climate change.
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