I do not remember being this involved with politics during the last presidential election.
As one of the presidents of the Environmental Club, I definitely did not want to walk into the messy subject of differing ideologies. Even more so, bringing environmental issues to the political table will likely yield two vastly different viewpoints with no middle ground to take real action.
Yet, in this year alone, we have seen record-breaking temperatures, devastating hurricanes, and severe droughts. If this is what we see now, what will we see in the future? As global temperatures continue to rise and the climate continues to change, what disasters will strike us next? And what will we do to protect our cities, homes, and lives?
Fortunately, many of you have the ability to vote and make your voices heard. The 2024 presidential election is a tightly contested race based on various ideas and policies. However, we barely see much coverage on climate action and environmental policy. Despite its minute presence in headlines and politics, it is a real issue that we must address. It is up to you to address it through your vote.
Climate change and environmental importance to our futures cannot be matched. As citizens, we have a lot of ways to make our voice heard in our government policy and action. Possibly one of the most influential elections is coming right around the corner and for the first time ever, many of us are able to make our voices heard.
Understanding that this issue should find a place on both sides of the political spectrum will allow you to vote on the candidate that will protect your future through climate action.