Which of the following has been a major impediment to any U.S. action to reduce its carbon emissions as a means of reducing climate change?
A. the lack of power in the presidency to affect policy change on the issue
B. the lack of any regulatory agencies that might be able to enforce carbon reduction measures
C. the overwhelming disinterest of the American people
D. the fragmented nature of the U.S. political system
E. the continual slowing down of the U.S. economy
Answer: D
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