Talkin’ about a climate revolution
The moment is ripe. Now is the time to build momentum and smooth the way for climate policy that’s fair and effective. Research shows that talking about solutions and staying positive helps people understand and support climate policy.

How can you talk about climate policy and solutions to your neighbor, your boss, your grandma? Take a page from Sightline’s own communications notebook:

1. Start with SOLUTIONS: "Can-do," concrete, optimistic, action, leadership.
Emphasizing concrete, actionable solutions first and foremost taps into a sense of optimism and counters the paralyzing perception that climate change is too complex to solve.

Who said it best? "Our country has a history of taking on tough challenges and triumphing. It is now time to roll up our sleeves, get down to work, and lead the world." -- Rep. Jay Inslee, WA


2. Seize OPPORTUNITIES: Green jobs, local economies, a stable energy future.
Challenges present opportunities. Smart solutions to climate change can help establish our region as a technological leader, invigorate local businesses, create a green workforce, and steer us toward a more stable economy by taking control of our energy future.

Who said it best? "We can turn this crisis of global warming into a moment of opportunity for innovation, and job creation, and serve as a model for the world." - Barack Obama


3. VALUES are the glue: Legacy, responsibility, independence, security, pride.
Our shared values are like glue, connecting diverse populations through our common priorities, hopes and aspirations -- for our families today and our children's future.

Who said it best? "A new moral awakening is sweeping our land -- to preserve for ourselves and future generations a beautiful, rich, and healthy environment." -- Richard Cizik, National Association of Evangelicals

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