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The fight over permitting reform, explained
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Why are so many environmentalists against permitting reform? Jerusalem Demsas and Matt Yglesias explain the bipartisan permitting reform bill and why many environmental groups oppose it. Known as the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA), the bill is seen as a potential win for the abundance movement because it speeds up permitting for energy infrastructure. But progressive critics worry it will lead to even more fossil fuel infrastructure. Plus, a peer review on why people want fewer kids and what it means for the pro-natalist movement. Our next Book Club episode will discuss Hannah Arendt's "The Human Condition," so grab a copy now if you want to read along! (0:00)…