Reply #13: Health care is different than energy. It isn't an either or proposition. [View All]

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Graham is a big supporter of nuclear power. A carbon tax/fine/cost helps nuclear power. It directly raises the price of its largest competitor: coal. Heatlhcare was very polarizing issuing. For vs Against.

Energy is much more diverse. Ironically the interests of wind lobby and nuclear lobby are aligned when it comes to a carbon tax.

Now if he had his way (70% Republican control of Senate) the bill likely would be much different. Much more support for nuclear and less for wind however he is a realist. Realists get things done. It is a way for him to advance his agenda even in a Democratically controlled Congress.