and, again: livestock consumption is not a significant driver of climate change in the united states. it is only about 3-5% of total emissions, and only about 33% of agricultural emissions. that means that two thirds of emissions from agriculture come from plants.

buttigieg was right on this point: that's a republican talking point. more importantly, it's an industry talking point.

it's a distraction.

and, it lets us know who is paying for the event.