As you all know, politicians are public figures, so they need to be careful about what they say because not everyone is going to agree with them. Of course, not every lawmaker seems too concerned about that, and some hot takes can quickly land them in hot water. One of the latest examples is Minnesota Republican Rep. Mary Franson, who recently claimed climate change isn’t real because it isn’t mentioned in the Bible.Â
House Rep. Mary Franson Under Fire After Saying Climate Change Isn’t in the ‘Good Book’
A video has surfaced on Reddit where House Rep. Mary Franson in Minnesota talks about climate change, but she says she doesn’t get upset about it when people mention it. She then continues to say that her faith is not in climate faith or in scientists. Finally, Franson wraps up by saying that the good book doesn’t mention climate change.
As many would expect, the remarks quickly raised eyebrows, with many arguing they came completely out of left field. They also reignited debate over climate change at a time when scientists continue to warn about rising temperatures, prolonged droughts and more frequent extreme weather events affecting communities across the country.
Franson’s remarks quickly made their way to social media, where many commenters criticized the lawmaker, arguing that climate change is an issue that should be taken seriously rather than dismissed.
“And they embrace that. They celebrate it. America is in so much trouble if it does not recognize the danger here.“
“I hate these people who think it’s okay to destroy the planet because they’re going to a ‘better place ‘.“
Others, however, took a shot at all of America, asking if people are okay, as some are electing these political figures to represent them.
“You guys OK over there, USA? I mean, everywhere has their fair share of weird takes and normally I don’t let individuals color my view of a country or a group of people too much. But this, you know, this woman was actually elected to represent people. How bad are things up there?“
In the end, many Reddit users felt Franson’s comments had no place in a serious discussion about climate policy, arguing they dismissed an issue that millions of people consider important. Whether supporters agree with her or not, the remarks have clearly reignited debate over the role of science, faith and politics in shaping public policy.
