In an election cycle that set new records for outside spending, polluters were near the top of the list. But all that money came to nothing.

Polluters struck out with voters, who went to the polls supporting clean air and clean energy.

Blowing smoke didn't change the minds of undecided voters in key swing states. And in 2012, the impact of pollution has only become clearer.

Polluters' ridiculous denials were washed away by a record year of extreme weather. Americans had a clear choice and they choose clean air and clean energy.

Now is the time for bold leadership.