716: NC's Clean Energy Evangelist (is not a Democrat): John Szoka
Energy isn't a battle of fossil fuels vs renewables; it's about figuring out the energy transition together.
As a North Carolina State Representative (GOP), John Szoka was once dismissive of renewables, as many might expect. Yet, after serving five terms in the legislature, Szoka transitioned from a renewable energy skeptic to a champion, thanks in large part to his open-mindedness when presented with data from a lobbyist which conflicted with his own understanding of the value of Renewables. Rep. Szoka carried the Republican torch on clean energy by championing key bills, including House…
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