Global Politics Report Editorial
An Influential Voice in the Climate Debate Has Died at 66
Joe Romm was a prolific writer who never hesitated to take on climate change deniers and the fossil-fuel industry — or even ostensible allies.
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Source: The New York Times
Politics desk: Policy
Published: Oct. 06, 2026 at 01:58 PM ET
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Original source: The New York Times