Words: Edwards generally supports industry regulation and has advocated investigating oil and gas companies and enforcing clean air laws against refineries. He has been a vocal critic of the Katrina recovery efforts. “I support strong environmental protection, higher CAFE standards, protection of ANWR, and American leadership in the world’s battle against global warming.”

Actions: Edwards voted AGAINST increased funding for forest service roads and habitat management (1999) and AGAINST confirming Gale Norton as Secretary of the Interior (2001). The League of Conservation Voters has given him a rating of 37%.

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