Samantha Perez - 3-28-2019 - And the young shall lead them

And the young shall lead them

March 28, 2019

Though true that climate change is a “new” issue for adults, young people have heard about it their whole lives. And it’s continually becoming more and more clear that it will be the younger generations to finally get action; we don’t have time to wait around for the powers that be to decide it’s worth doing something. Young people around the world are demonstrating and demanding action on climate change, as they should be!
As a student determined to get the action that we need on climate change, I volunteer with the Fresno chapter of Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL). This organization is working hard for a climate solution, and is on its way to one with the bipartisan Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act being introduced to Congress. Being a part of this organization has truly given me hope for the future of our planet.
So, to young people: You can be a part of the solution! CCL and the students involved are paving the way for a livable world. Young people are the future, and the future depends on our nation reaching a climate solution.

Samantha Perez, Fresno

Read more here: https://www.fresnobee.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/article228459884.html#storylink=cpy