O'Malley Identifies What He Thinks Is ‘Greatest Business Opportunity to Come to U.S. in 100 Years\

Democratic presidential contender Martin O'Malley said Monday night at CNN's town hall that he feels the man-made global warming is the greatest business opportunity to come to the U.S. in a century.

O'Malley's remark was prompted by a question from an audience member who asked the former Maryland governor what issues young voters should care about.

The biggest issue for young people? @MartinOMalley says it's climate change #DemTownHall https://t.co/rvZtDybOgC https://t.co/PoDu15ZLmh

— CNN (@CNN) January 26, 2016

"You know what I believe is the biggest issue that you should be concerned about as a young person who has more time on this planet than I do? That is climate change," he said to a large applause.

"Climate change is the greatest business opportunity to come to the United States in 100 years," he added, noting the potential for green jobs.

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