Behavior Quote by Dale Jamieson
“The only way major change in environmental policy is going to happen, the only way, is if there is a very strong, very active popular movement that demands it and such a movement would be unparalleled because it would be a popular movement that says, "Raise our taxes so that we change our behavior."”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Action Forum, 2022
Significant environmental policy shifts require a powerful, active public movement willing to demand and fund behavioral change through taxes.
In simple terms: Big policy change needs strong public demand and tax support.
Key Takeaway
Mobilize public demand for tax‑based climate action.
Themes
environment
policy
public action
taxes
behavior change
Mood
determined
urgent
hopeful
Type
call to action
political
When to use this quote
- grassroots campaigns
- tax reform debates
- community organizing
- public referenda
Key Concepts
collective action
political economy
environmental ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we build a movement that supports higher taxes for climate?
- What incentives make tax‑based change acceptable?
A Different Perspective
Public fatigue may limit willingness to increase taxes for change.