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width="240" height="220"}Dear Kevin / Penny
Following the very disappointing outcome of the Conference in Copenhagen I feel disillusioned and let down by our political leaders. It seems that no binding agreement has been reached. The fluffy accord that emerged feels woefully inadequate to address the immense challenge of climate change.
Following Copenhagen it feels like many leaders have been pointing fingers at other nations arguing that nation X is not doing enough and therefore we won't be taking bold action either. This is shameful and shows no leader ship whatsoever. A real leader would be by example, providing binding and bold action to lower green house gas emissions.
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width="180" height="240"}I am well aware that one nation alone, no
matter what size it is, cannot avert climate change and catastrophic
events induced by it. Someone has to start though, and hopefully other
nations will follow.
With the elections coming up sometime in 2010 I would like hear from you:
- What binding and measurable action you will put in place to meaningfully address climate change
- What does "Think Globally, Act Locally" mean to you.
- What additional support will you provide to developing nations in their quest out of poverty
I look forward to your response
Kind Regards
Mark