“Uniting Our Power for Positive Change”

This episode on the “Think 100%” podcast is all about uniting individuals to fight against climate change. Some examples Raheem Devaughn give in uniting are uniting as a nation. For example, Cuba’s electrical system still being down 6 months after it was hit by hurricanes. With this being apart of the U.S he shows that we as a nation should be uniting trying to fix problem in lesser recognized U.S countries. This is also clear in Flint, Michigan where they are still fighting effects from lead poisoning from their water system. He then introduce the guess speaker, former EPA administrator and current chair holder in the LCV, Carol Browner. She goes on to talk about uniting through family, gender, and politics. First through family, she mentions how the best way to get mothers, or parents, involved with the movement is through their kids. Knowing their kid is in danger will most always push a parent to move and take action. However it isn’t just the parents job; we as sons/daughters must be informed on the situation in order to spread this news. This also ties into gender; Raheem Devaugn mentioned that their are obviously a lack of women involved and recognized in the movement. Browner agreeing with this then gives the soulition of getting kids to invoke their mothers. This will not only help get families as a whole united, but it will also help women get more recognized and united with men in the movement. Browner also mentions the need to unite during voting. This however was different from the other forms of uniting. She doesn’t mean we need to all vote for the same person, however, we shouldn’t just vote for anyone; we need to vote for the candidates that appreciate, understand, and thoroughly tries to help further the movement. This will ensure that whoever is in office next will be on the right side of climate change.

This podcast was, in my opinion, amazing. It brought a lot to light to me and informed me on a lot; moreover, it shared a lot of common views as me. One of the things it informed me of was the efforts trump and his administration went to to undue environmental movement laws passed during former presidencies. Also, a major thing I learned is how these organizations, such as EPA, are obligated by law to enforce policies that directly contribute to climate change. For example, if a law is passed that prohibits a certain amount of carbon admissions by a company, they are obligated to step in. However, it doesn’t stop their we have the right to sue these corporations if nothing is done. Some points that resignated with me was when Browner said that even the smaller things such as getting fuel efficient things helps out. I really agree with this point; many people feel their lives are too busy to try and help. However, this couldn’t be more from the truth; simple things such as carpooling, biking, buying eco friendly things, and even cutting off lights around your house can help significantly.

VOCAB
EPA - U.S Enviornmental Protection Agency
LCV - League of Conservative voters
United - Joined together politically, for a common purpose or common feelings.