Fight climate change

Growing numbers among us are becoming alarmed about the dangers of climate change and the urgency to act to curb carbon emissions globally. While recycling, upgrading light bulbs, and driving more efficient vehicles help some, they are clearly insufficient. So we protest power-plant emissions, the Mayflower oil spill, and fracking, but progress is slow.

Then one day we receive a summons, “This is an invitation to change everything.”

In September, world leaders will gather in New York City for a United Nations climate summit to “galvanize and catalyze climate action.” With the eyes of the world on this summit, the People’s Climate March is taking to the streets of New York City to demand decisive global action and strong domestic policy to reduce carbon emissions worldwide. More than 700 organizations are convening the largest climate march in history. Numerous trains and more than 400 buses are expected from across the country. One of these is coming from Arkansas.

While one action cannot solve climate change, we are building a movement and creating a turning point in the fight against climate change by building stronger connections with each other. Here at home, organizing the bus trip is raising awareness and bringing together individuals and groups from around the state, many of them young people fighting for their future. We need you aboard, too. Find out how you can contribute at 1in7b. net/PCM.

DONNAL WALTER Roland