All over America, the Democrats and eco-warriors are promoting laws that do nothing but harm the people…
Biden Admin’s Latest Spending Spree Amounts to a Backdoor Ban on Gas-Powered Appliances, Experts Say. The Biden administration announced Monday that it is spending more than $500 million to help state and local governments adopt green building codes, a strategy that amounts to a backdoor attempt to phase out gas stoves and other fossil fuel-powered appliances, energy experts told the Daily Caller News Foundation. – Continue reading at Daily Signal
Americans residing in Silicon Valley find themselves divided on the merits of long-term climate impact against the backdrop of Democratic officials pushing for eco-friendly consumer regulations. The focal point of this debate revolves around the phasing out of gas-powered lawn equipment in favor of electric yard tools.
This debate needs to be reframed! For me, gas powered leaf blower bans have nothing to do with the Green movement. It is all about the noise! Many urban dwellers work at home and have to listen to blowers all day long!!! It drives me crazy!! – Keith Dorris
In San Jose, California, Ken expresses skepticism about the authenticity of these green initiatives. “It sounds like pandering to a base,” he states, adding, “It creates a false sense of security.” Ken’s sentiment echoes the concerns of those who question the effectiveness of such regulations. The market itself should decide if gas-powered is better or worse than electric powered. Not the government. Whenever government steps in, they always do harm on many levels. This according to Fox News.
In Washington State, the Democrats are moving fast as well. Several WA Democrat Representatives seek to ban all new gas-powered outdoor equipment, including mowers and chainsaws, with penalties including jail time for not complying. This terrible proposal would hurt the poor and rural folks. Notice how the further Left the politicians are, the more they advocate not only their lunatic policies, but also fines and prison for those who dare challenge them. House Bill 1868 would ban all new gas-powered power equipment by January 2026. continued below the vid clip
Croatian MEP, Mislav Kolakušić, doesn’t hold back in exposing the WEF’s ‘Great Reset’ agenda, in the EU parliament: “There is no greater danger to the rule of law, democracy and the free market than this sect… It is the largest networked organisation of the world’s conspirators, creating all the agendas we have witnessed in recent decades: wars, pandemics and policies of the so-called ‘green transition’, which result in the impoverishment and suffering of billions of people.”
Croatian MEP, Mislav Kolakušić, doesn’t hold back in exposing the WEF’s ‘Great Reset’ agenda, in the EU parliament:
“There is no greater danger to the rule of law, democracy and the free market than this sect… It is the largest networked organisation of the world’s… pic.twitter.com/Pm6CiSwTTf
— Wide Awake Media (@wideawake_media) January 7, 2024
Similar to the Seattle law passed last year, HB 1868 will significantly impact the landscaping industry who will have to spend additional money for less powerful and more expensive machinery.
First, the cost of replacing perfectly operational yard equipment for homeowners and yard maintenance companies will be expensive. Secondly, while a homeowner will be able to blow a yard free of leaves or mow the grass in a relatively short amount of time on one battery charge, a yard maintenance company will need multiple batteries charged each day and potentially several leaf blowers and mowers to achieve the same they do today with a simple can of gas.
A typical gas-powered riding lawn mower costs $2000-$3000 less than a less well-equipped battery powered version and has much greater range. For the full situation in Washington – see: Washington Policy
Blue state residents blast new law requiring lawnmowers, leaf blowers to go green, 'pandering to a base' #NewsBreak https://t.co/hIZ7IBjM4L
— Proud, White, Hopefully Privileged (@Attymac2021) January 6, 2024
The backdrop of this debate, at least in the U.S., is a California law mandating zero emissions for newly-manufactured small off-road engines, including leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and other garden equipment, starting in 2024. Governor Gavin Newsom signed this law in 2021 as part of the state’s commitment to eco-friendly regulations. While the law does not outright ban the use of existing gas-powered lawn tools, it initiates a gradual phase-out of such equipment in favor of electric alternatives. This shift raises concerns among some Americans about the narrowing consumer choice, especially amid growing restrictions on gas stoves and traditional cars.
The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers said the poll’s results show consumers prefer individual choice, and that state lawmakers should take note. – Washington Times
Kevin, expressing reservations, comments, “I think for some uses, some niche cases, electric things are fantastic, but in the case of these high-powered quick uses, I don’t think they’re very good.” He reflects the sentiment that electric tools may not be suitable for certain demanding tasks. Governor Newsom, who seems to fancy himself as the possible next POTUS, never fails to do what he thinks will play in the media well. Since it is a fact that media is dominated by the Left, and actual Marxists who want to end freedom on nearly every level, Newsome knows they will always support a growing government and less freedom, even if based on fake science like global warming.
If you have a large yard or run a landscaping company, this is gonna hurt. A new house bill would ban new gas-powered power equipment by 2026, requiring all new lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and more to be electric. – Washington Policy
Supporters of the green-fueled regulations argue that gas-powered lawn and garden equipment contribute to high levels of pollutants, potentially causing health issues such as asthma due to air pollution. According to the California Air Resources Board, one hour of operation for the latest gas-powered lawn mowers produces emissions equivalent to driving a car for 100 miles. Of course, believing the government’s stats is a hard pill to swallow, as they are routinely caught lying and making up statistics at both the state and federal level. Wherever Democrats and Leftists control the study, that study will always show that freedom is bad and state control is good.
California is to stop the sale of small gas-powered engines such as leaf blowers and lawnmowers on New Year’s Day – Ben Owen
On the other side, critics argue that regulating or eliminating gas-powered products represents federal overreach and impinges on consumer choice. Ethical concerns are also raised, with some questioning the alleged forced child labor in poor conditions associated with battery production.
Many citizens, echoing the sentiment of those skeptical of a complete transition to electric-powered equipment, contends that despite the climate benefits, a wholesale shift isn’t yet realistic. The people are now revolting in every state. This is absolutely stunning. The voters in Virginia overwhelmingly support the repeal of the CA adopted gas powered car ban. Every region, every party, every demographic. – See Washington Times for more info on Virginia
Kevin O’Leary shreds California’s slew of policy mishaps: ‘The worst of every state’ https://t.co/zyDBFYBYyr
— Fmr Soviet American Patriot (@TorosSahakian) January 5, 2024
This eco-lunacy extends to all Leftist controlled western states, while other nations sit back and laugh at us. China is still building a new coal plant every week, while we shutter our own, causing black outs more and more in many states, even Texas. It is as if China is getting everything they want. This while nation after nation enact ridiculous policies. Justin Trudeau Completely BANS Traditional Cars in Canada. The Trudeau regime has announced plans to ban all traditional gas-powered vehicles in Canada by the year 2035 as part of the WEF’s Great Reset agenda. Folks in northern and remote/rural areas will simply not have easy access to charging stations, though leftists in the Trudeau government probably won’t care as these folks tend to be more conservative. Furthermore, the electric grids– Canadian and American– are nowhere ready to handle a vast increase in the number of EVs on the road. See The People’s Voice for more details on some of Canada’s lunacy
"In another move to transition away from fossil fuels, Irvine is banning the use of gas-powered lawn equipment, beginning [this] summer. That includes gas-powered leaf blowers, lawnmowers, string trimmers, hedge trimmers, edgers and chainsaws." https://t.co/rl4gd2lEev
— osoelectric (@osoelectric) January 3, 2024
To Sum It All Up – the debate in Silicon Valley mirrors the broader national and international conversation about balancing environmental concerns with practical considerations and individual freedoms. As technology evolves, so does the discourse around eco-friendly regulations, and finding a middle ground that addresses both environmental impact and consumer choice remains a complex challenge. In Leftist controlled western nations, the move to destroy the free market is increasing at a faster pace yearly thanks to the WEF and their directives.
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Major Points Discussed:
- All governments that are controlled by Democrats or RINOS continue to move to restrict freedom on every level. They continue to make up facts and stats, all in an effort to hurt business and the people.
- Leftist nations world-wide are all marching to the same drum. China’s. As China does the complete opposite of what they are ordering the Democrats in the U.S, and Leftists of Europe to do in their own nations.
- Silicon Valley residents divided: Divergent opinions on the long-term impact of Democratic officials’ green regulations, particularly the transition from gas-powered lawn equipment to electric tools.
- Consumer perspectives vary: Some express skepticism, viewing the regulations as political pandering, while others, like former landscaping business owner Richard, laud the benefits of battery-powered yard tools, emphasizing their lighter weight and ease of maintenance.
- California’s 2024 law: Mandates zero emissions for newly-manufactured small off-road engines, including leaf blowers and lawn mowers, raising concerns about limited consumer choice amid a gradual phase-out of gas-powered equipment.
- Environmental impact considerations: Supporters argue that gas-powered lawn tools emit high pollutants, contributing to health issues, while critics, like Travis, express concerns about the environmental impact of battery production, posing the question of which option is more beneficial in the long run.
- Practicality challenges and ethical concerns: Some, like Steve, question the practicality of a complete switch to electric tools, citing performance gaps. Additionally, ethical concerns arise regarding alleged forced child labor in poor conditions for battery production, adding complexity to the debate.
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- Dutch political commentator, Eva Vlaardingerbroek @EvaVlaar
), on the WEF’s plan to impose a personal carbon allowance, connected to digital ID, under the guise of tackling the imaginary “climate crisis”: “The CEO of one of the largest Dutch banks said, if everyone gets individual personal carbon credits, why don’t we make it so that rich people, who for example want to go on holiday a little too often, can buy personal carbon credits from people who can’t afford buying plane tickets or eating meat too often?” “So what will happen is the rich will get richer, the poor will get poorer, and they’re saying it openly as if it’s not a controversial thing at all. It’s neo-feudalism. That’s what it is.” – Wide Awake Media – see clip below
Dutch political commentator, Eva Vlaardingerbroek (@EvaVlaar), on the WEF’s plan to impose a personal carbon allowance, connected to digital ID, under the guise of tackling the imaginary “climate crisis”:
“The CEO of one of the largest Dutch banks said, if everyone gets… pic.twitter.com/5zKWv2ZcRN
— Wide Awake Media (@wideawake_media) January 6, 2024
- I bout an electric leaf blower… took me four times as longer than my old gas one due to recharging… – Joseph D’Aiuto
- In the EU they did it also for lots of products, for example vacuum cleaners.. the were only allowed with low energy use Now we have very powerful vacuum cleaners with low use of energy and very affordable….!!! Double profit for consumers!!! This pushes producers to keep developing in stead of making millions of profit on out-dated technology and created 1.000’s of jobs!!! Same with regular electric products, adapters are not included anymore.. everything is USB connected/charged.. saves so much space and money for consumers!! – #463 – Defend Vaxoinië
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President Biden needs a field trip to “reality.” Come to WI!! Watch corn, wheat, hay being harvested!! Energy efficient, high production farm equipment isn’t going to run on batteries. Not today. Not in 2030. Not ever!!! – Proud American Veteran
- This debate needs to be reframed! For me, gas powered leaf blower bans have nothing to do with the Green movement. It is all about the noise! Many urban dwellers work at home and have to listen to blowers all day long!!! It drives me crazy!! – Keith Dorris
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By “green,” they mean strip mine the earth of lithium, create a toxic battery, then throw it in a landfill when it no longer works…. – OffTheBranch
