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As important as it is to change the light bulbs, its more important to change the laws

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Al Gore
Age: 76
Born: 1948
Born: March 31
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Consider a clock thermostat, and set it so that you're not using energy when you don't need it, when you're out of your house.
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A zebra does not change its spots.
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It's an important point, and every little bit helps not least because those who make those kinds of changes are more likely to make their voices heard as citizens. But the ultimate solutions are going to come through policies.
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No controlling legal authority
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