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TRUMPS IGNORANT RAMBLINGS ABOUT SUPER SUCCESSFUL WIND ENERGY, THAT HAS MADE EUROPE ENERGY FREE OF RUSSIAN GAS IN 4 YEARS

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    [AI QUERY]

    Donald Trump commented on Wind energy, is he ignorant? "Wind is a very expensive form of energy. It's bad for your surroundings, the planes, and the birds are dying all over the place... wind is very ugly."

    [AI RESPONSE] 

    The quote you provided about Donald Trump's comments on wind energy is indeed misleading or taken out of context. There have been multiple instances where Trump has discussed wind energy in various settings.

    It appears that this statement was likely made during a 2017 speech at the Iowa State Fair, but it might not be an accurate representation of his full thoughts on wind energy.

    Here are some key points regarding what he actually said:

    1. **Expensive**: While it is true that wind farms can require significant upfront investment and maintenance costs, they also have relatively low operational expenses. In contrast, fossil fuel power plants have higher costs due to the cost of extracting and processing fuels.

    2. **Bird deaths**: It's true that wind turbines can pose a risk to birds, as their wings can get caught in turbine blades. However, studies have shown that this risk is largely overstated. The number of bird deaths caused by wind energy is relatively small compared to other human activities such as habitat destruction and pesticide use.

    3. **Aesthetic concerns**: Trump's statement about the aesthetic appeal of wind turbines might be seen as an attempt to downplay their benefits, but it's worth noting that many people find wind farms to be a valuable source of renewable energy and a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

    4.  'Ugly'  - Wind turbines are indeed considered "ugly" by some because of their visual impact. However, as more wind farms are built around the world, they're becoming increasingly integrated into the landscape and designed to blend in with natural environments.