Artikels/Articles “In this election, you vote for the future living conditions of humankind.” – Greta Thunberg
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“In this election, you vote for the future living conditions of humankind.” – Greta Thunberg [1]
Polls open for voting in some countries tomorrow, and there’s so much on the line. This is not your typical election. We need to listen to scientists and millions of children who are taking part in climate marches across Europe. Our children will live in an increasingly dangerous world with more floods, forest fires, droughts and rising sea levels [2], if we don’t vote for candidates who want to protect our planet!
Our children can’t vote, so it’s up to us to listen and save our planet for younger generations. We need to turn up, turn out, and be counted in this crucial vote this week.
If we stay at home instead of going to the polls, right-wing parties in Europe who deny climate change is real have a chance to win in the European election. News is breaking today that millions of EU voters are hearing from far-right fake news accounts on Facebook, so we need to step up our outreach and make sure our families and friends are planning to vote.
Here’s what we can do to stop this:
- Voting for this EU election is happening tomorrow through Sunday, depending on your country. Make sure you know where to go to vote and when, and what you’ll need to cast your ballot.
- Have a look to see which parties and candidates are on the ballot.
- Tell people about it. Invite friends, family and loved ones to join you.
And once you’ve voted? Share photos on Facebook, WhatsApp or wherever you prefer. Every little bit helps remind friends, family and loved ones of the huge opportunity they have to fight for our planet.
There’s so much on the line. We don’t know what the results will be, and nothing is for sure – but I know that WeMove members have done everything they can to make sure that those who deny climate change aren’t swept to power. Thanks for being a part of that.
With hope,
Olga (Bologna), Jörg (Lübeck), Virginia (Madrid), and the rest of us at WeMove.EU
PS: If you haven’t already, now’s the perfect time to make a plan to go vote. Share an update on Facebook or Twitter to see if anyone would like to join you.
References:
[1] https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/apr/16/greta-thunberg-urges-eu-leaders-wake-up-climate-change-school-strike-movement
[2] https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/may/18/climate-crisis-heat-is-on-global-heating-four-degrees-2100-change-way-we-live
