Target: Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States
Goal: Focus the nation’s attention on building strong climate policies that protect the environment.
During Donald Trump’s presidency, over 100 environmental policies were overturned, scientists at the Environmental Protection Agency were replaced with fossil fuel special interests, and the effects of climate change were routinely minimized or outright denied. Climate crisis skeptics are eagerly anticipating a return to this status quo and worse should Trump win a second term. Trump himself has vowed another massive rollback of regulations meant to protect America’s air, land, and water.
In contrast, several months ago Vice President Kamala Harris announced an investment pledge of three billion dollars for climate action at a global summit. In the past few years, many positive strides have been made in the Unites States in regard to greenhouse gas emissions reduction and clean energy solutions. In addition, fossil fuel conglomerates are being held to higher account for their lack of cleanup efforts (such as fixing abandoned wells). Some key lapses still remain in existing climate policy, however, like continued drilling on protected lands and the lack of a clear infrastructure plan for electric vehicles.
Sign the petition below to urge the vice president to fill in these critical gaps if she should secure the presidency.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Vice President Harris,
The climate crisis is a crucial issue among younger generations who will endure its most lasting effects. It should be a cornerstone concern of every human being on earth. This administration has made important gains in combating this crisis, but much work still remains.
Prior commitments need to be honored. You were an early champion of the Green New Deal, but recently you have signaled support for continued fracking and potential drilling in protected spaces. A concrete plan of action for EV investment and infrastructure is also absent from future policy plans.
Please continue to be a climate champion and prioritize environmental policies that create a lasting framework to establish America as a responsible leader and steward of the future.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo Credit: Arthur Ogleznev
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