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In Boston, climate change has been a backdrop to Charles Hughes' life. However, now as a college student in Massachusetts, he says global warming rarely comes up as a top issue. Democrats emphasized climate change during the 2020 election, but currently, economic issues and responses to Trump are taking precedence.
In the Massachusetts Senate primary, incumbent Ed Markey is focusing less on climate change and more on other issues. Democratic strategists argue that climate change is not a priority for voters, leading to advice to avoid mentioning it. Polls show that while 60% of Democrats view climate change as a significant problem, issues like inflation, healthcare, and political funding are seen as more urgent.
Despite the seriousness of climate change, political discussions have quieted due to other pressing matters. However, some experts warn that climate change is now intertwined with economic concerns and could regain attention. They argue that ignoring climate change is a strategic blunder for Democrats.