There's hundreds of groups involved in this organizing of…
“There's hundreds of groups involved in this organizing of Climate march. And they run the whole spectrum. It is going to be not carried out in the hope that we can convince Donald Trump to do something different. We can't. And the GOP in Congress, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the fossil fuel industry, isn't going to do anything, either. We're well aware of that. What we are doing is laying down the most serious of markers about the future. And one of the numbers that will be on everybody's lips is 100, as in 100 percent renewable energy.”
About This Quote
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Organizers aim for 100% renewable energy, despite political opposition and industry control.
In simple terms: Goal: full renewable energy despite obstacles.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for climate action.
Themes
politics
environment
energy policy
Mood
urgent
determined
Type
activist
strategic
When to use this quote
- legislative lobbying
- public campaigns
- community organizing
Key Concepts
climate activism
policy analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies can bypass partisan blocks?
- How can public pressure influence industry?
A Different Perspective
Political realities may hinder progress.