 Huffington Post In his first news conference since winning a second term, President Obama answered a question about global warming, an issue many hoped to see addressed during the presidential debates -- and that represented the basis for Mayor Bloomberg's campaign endorsement. His message? A disappointing "let the band play on." TAGGED: Mayor Bloomberg, energy jobs, climate change, President Obama, global economy, global warmingRECOMMENDED ARTICLES| Right now the climate and energy community is stuck. There is a growing consensus, including among conservatives, that it is finally time for a carbon tax. Yet, no politician -- especially President Obama -- seems ready to... more ›› |
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