Natural disaster Quote by Jeff Goodell
““Geuze compared sea-level rise to other transformative catastrophes, such as the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, a partly man-made natural disaster that profoundly changed the geography of America and also expanded the role government plays in ensuring the long-term welfare of even the most vulnerable people. “We’re going to need a new New Deal,” Geuze argued. “It is going to require a rethinking of the social contract between governments and citizens.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The End of Nature, 2023
Sea‑level rise demands a modern New Deal and a re‑imagined social contract.
In simple terms: We need new policies for climate change.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for climate‑focused reforms.
Themes
climate
policy
social contract
Mood
urgent
concerned
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- city planning
- legislative advocacy
- community resilience
- public education
Key Concepts
environmental economics
governance
Questions to Reflect On
- What new social contract is needed?
- How can citizens influence climate policy?
A Different Perspective
Political resistance can stall reforms.
