Summary
- Hurricane Helene hits, followed by Hurricane Milton in Florida
- VP debate with misinformation and lies
- JD Vance falsely claims US manufacturing declined under Biden
- Eric Feigl-Ding fact checks Vance with charts and graphs
- Manufacturing spending and jobs higher under Biden, boosted by Inflation Reduction Act and infrastructure law
Article
Hurricane Helene hit, followed by the US vice presidential debate and Hurricane Milton in Florida. Amidst this chaos, claims made during the debate about US manufacturing by JD Vance were fact-checked by epidemiologist Eric Feigl-Ding. Vance’s statements about Kamala Harris pushing manufacturing overseas were proven false, as manufacturing spending stagnated under Trump but increased under Biden and Harris due to the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Feigl-Ding shared various charts and graphs on Twitter to debunk Vance’s claims. He corrected false information about solar panels from China and highlighted the increase in manufacturing jobs under Biden compared to Trump. Additionally, Feigl-Ding addressed misinformation related to the Affordable Care Act and emphasized the significant investment in US manufacturing under the current administration.
Despite the misleading information spread by Vance and others, the data shows that Biden and Harris have been instrumental in expanding clean energy and creating jobs in the US. Feigl-Ding’s analysis revealed the positive impact of their policies on manufacturing investment and the economy, contrasting with the potential negative consequences of a Trump presidency in terms of national debt. The current administration’s focus on clean energy and technology has contributed to a thriving manufacturing sector.
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In conclusion, the fact-checking of JD Vance’s claims on US manufacturing highlights the importance of accurate information in political discourse. Feigl-Ding’s efforts to correct misinformation and provide data-driven analysis underscore the significance of policies promoting clean energy and job creation. The ongoing support of readers and dedication to journalistic integrity at CleanTechnica contribute to informing and engaging audiences on critical issues impacting the environment and economy.
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