"How Joe Biden’s Surprisingly Ambitious Climate Plan Came Together"

"During a recent virtual fundraiser focused on climate action, former vice president Joe Biden made a direct appeal to voters young enough to be his grandchildren.

“I want young climate activists, young people everywhere, to know: I see you. I hear you. I understand the urgency, and together we can get this done,” said the 77-year-old Democrat, who days earlier had announced a $2 trillion plan to combat climate change and environmental racism — the most ambitious blueprint released by a major party nominee for president.

The moment marked a shift months in the making."

Brady Dennis and Dino Grandoni report for the Washington Post August 1, 2020.

SEE ALSO:

"A Climate Activist Turns His Digital Prowess to Organizing the Youth Vote in November" (InsideClimate News)

"With Big Rallies Cancelled, Young Climate Activists Are Adapting Election Tactics" (Guardian)

"UN Calls On Youth Activists To Advise On Climate Crisis And Covid-19 Recovery" (Guardian)

Source: Washington Post, 08/04/2020