It's time to let Congress know that global warming is about more than just Washington politics. It's about people and the future of our planet. And every single day that passes without serious, science-based legislation brings us one day closer to the tipping point.
So what's it going to take to get Congress to finally act on global warming? Well, maybe we need to remind them of what this issue is really about and who they’re elected serve.
Picture this:
Activists like you from around the country will visit their Representative's local offices to deliver a personal message about global warming. You’ll choose a picture of something dear to you that's being threatened by global warming, and write a personal message on the back of the picture. It could be a picture of your family, your home, or your favorite vacation destination -- whatever you choose. Deliver your picture and message with flowers, and you’ll really get your Representative’s attention. That's it. A simple message with a simple reminder.Make sure your Representative gets the picture: Sign up today to deliver your message.
The message itself will vary according to whether or not your Representative has already taken the lead on global warming by supporting the Safe Climate Act. Your message will say something along the lines of “thank you and keep up the good work,” or, if your Representative hasn’t yet taken the lead on global warming, it will say “now’s the time to be a leader and support science-based global warming legislation.” It all depends on your Representative’s stance.
Signup to deliver your message today!
Your flowers and messages will leave a powerful impression that your Representative will take to the convention and share with their colleagues.
Throughout August, members of Congress will be back home in their districts getting work done and preparing for the upcoming conventions. It's a perfect time to stop in the office and send them a message that they can take to their party's convention.
Make a lasting impression on your member of Congress by signing-up to drop off some flowers during our week of action from August 18th – 22nd. We'll help you find the nearest local office, let you know whether or not your Representative has signed the Safe Climate Act and help you with everything else. It's a simple gesture, but it will go a long way.
Friday, August 1, 2008
Leave an Impression: A Week of Global Warming Action
Tell your member of Congress to act on global warming now!
Feel free to personalize the email message [below]. Let your Representative know, in your own words, why you want them to be a champion on global warming. You might want to throw in information about yourself and why you think it's imortant that your Rep. takes action now.Join me by acting on global warming today
Dear [Decision Maker],
People across the country are making small changes in their lives and doing their part to stop global warming--changing their light bulbs, driving less, and buying more efficient appliances. City and state governments are taking action, too, by investing in renewable energy and cracking down on the worst polluters. But while we act, Congress is doing next to nothing to solve global warming.
To stop global warming, our nation needs to do what science says is necessary: reduce global warming pollution at least 25% below 1990 levels by 2020; and get on a realistic path to the reductions needed to prevent dangerous climate disruption: at least 80% below 1990 levels by 2050. It's possible if we:
1) Use our energy more efficiently.
2) Put a limit on how much global warming pollution gets dumped into the atmosphere.
3) Stop building dirty, dangerous coal and nuclear plants and invest in clean energy like wind and solar instead.
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