[Earl Babbie]

I think we need to reframe the term “challenge” in reference to climate change. At present, it is probably heard as a threat to the quality of our lives, an obstacle that will be difficult to overcome. Although that is, of course, true, I think we can frame the challenge of climate change as an opportunity for brilliant creativity that will make the quality of life on the planet even better, which is also true. Young people (of all ages) should respond more enthusiastically to the latter view of the challenge we face. And they could get excited about a life with renewable energy, smaller, sustainable populations, adequate food supplies, etc.

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