Americans Must Fight Against ESG Agenda to Save Economy, Way of Life: West Virginia Treasurer

Americans Must Fight Against ESG Agenda to Save Economy, Way of Life: West Virginia Treasurer
West Virginia Treasurer Riley Moore at the National Conservatism Conference in Miami on Sep. 13, 2022. York Du/The Epoch Times
Masooma Haq
Jan Jekielek
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West Virginia recently joined a growing number of states to divest from companies that are implementing global environmental, social, and governance standards (ESG) that demonize fossil fuels and prioritize social justice initiatives.

Because West Virginia’s economy relies heavily on fossil fuel revenue, state Treasurer Riley Moore has put these ESG companies on a restricted list, terminating existing contracts and stopping them from bidding on further contracts.

Masooma Haq began reporting for The Epoch Times from Pakistan in 2008. She currently covers a variety of topics including U.S. government, culture, and entertainment.
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