Energy and Environment

Shouldn’t Clinton be honest with coal country?

By Kyle Feldscher

Published September 6, 2016 4:01am ET

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Shouldn’t Clinton be honest with coal country? — Hillary Clinton speaks with local steel workers and civic leaders during a campaign stop at Alma's Italian Cafe in Ashland, Ky., on May 2. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call via AP) | Bill Clark

Supporters are urging Hillary Clinton to play offense when talking about climate change, even in places where that message might not be popular, such as in coal country and the natural gas fields of Ohio.

With leads in just about every poll, it might be tempting for the Democratic nominee to steer clear of talking about climate and instead ensure she wins Pennsylvania and Ohio, two important swing states.

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