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The British don't trust their politicans either, fear global warming tax gouge

You see lots of cynical eamil aimed at suggested policies for dealing with global warming. A new survey in Great Britain shows over 60% of voters there see the government taking advantage of the crisis.
Written by Harry Fuller, Contributor on

You see lots of cynical eamil aimed at suggested policies for dealing with global warming. A new survey in Great Britain shows over 60% of voters there see the government taking advantage of the crisis. And using global warming as an excuse to raise taxes.

Heavier taxes on auto fuel and air travel produced a even split: 46% against and 45% in favor. More than two-thirds of respondents said air passenger prices would have to be triple to reduce air travel.

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