The Groups Urging States to Reopen Have Historic Ties to Fossil Fuel Industry

The Guardian

Dozens of individuals and groups urging states to reopen amid the Covid-19 pandemic have historical financial ties to fossil fuel companies and conservative billionaires who have invested in climate disinformation, The Guardian reports. Those bankrolling campaigns criticizing stay-at-home orders include Murray Energy, Exxon, as well as the Koch and Mercer family foundations.

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