AOC’s Bold Message to Biden at Climate March: Impossible to Overlook

Tens of Thousands of Climate Activists March in New ​York City, Urging Biden‍ to End Fossil Fuels

Tens ⁤of thousands of ‌passionate climate activists flooded the streets of New York City on Sunday​ to kick ⁤off New York’s⁣ Climate Week with a powerful message: it’s time ‌to put an end to the era of fossil fuels. The march, ‍aptly named the “March‌ to End Fossil Fuels,” saw protesters rallying against coal, oil, and ‍natural gas consumption, while directing ‌their fervor towards President⁤ Joe Biden and his administration.

Leading voice⁣ in the progressive left, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, delivered a passionate speech to ⁤the crowd, urging them to make the⁣ climate movement “too big and too radical to ignore.”​ She⁤ criticized the Biden administration’s approval ‌of ⁢fossil fuel projects and called for urgent ‌action on climate change.

Congresswoman @AOC spoke out at the #MarchToEndFossilFuels, describing a vision for the future with fully renewable energy by 2040, and “Not only will energy⁤ be renewable, but ⁢it will be available as public⁢ democratically-controlled goods for our most ‍vulnerable⁤ communities.” pic.twitter.com/SoKtQ3GbiO

—⁤ Ford⁣ Fischer ‍(@FordFischer) ⁣ September 18, 2023

Accompanying Ocasio-Cortez were Hollywood celebrities like actors Ethan Hawke, Edward Norton, and Kevin Bacon, adding star power to the event. The protest, estimated to have drawn between 50,000 and​ 75,000 participants,⁢ sent a clear message to Biden, calling on him to prioritize climate change and ‍the termination ⁢of fossil fuels in his re-election​ strategy.

Today, over 75,000 people marched on New ‍York City to demand the end to fossil fuel extraction which is fueling the climate crisis.

Our comrade⁢ @pinko_fag spoke to why they came up to NYC for the march: pic.twitter.com/fRs8aluHcM

— DC Communist Party (@DCCommunists) September 17, 2023

Young activist‍ Emma ​Buretta of the youth protest group Fridays for Future had a warning for Biden: if he wants their vote‍ and wants to avoid the blood of future generations on his⁤ hands,‌ he must end fossil fuels.

The protest also highlighted the disappointment of many activists who had supported Biden in 2020. Placards in the crowd bore slogans such‍ as “Biden, End Fossil Fuels” and “Fossil fuels are⁤ killing us.” Environmental activists emphasized that nearly one-third of the world’s ​planned drilling for oil and gas by 2050‍ is ⁤driven ‌by U.S. interests.

While the oil industry expressed a shared urgency in confronting climate change, they cautioned against eliminating America’s energy options, citing potential negative ⁤impacts on American families and businesses.

Climate Week, which brings ​together leaders from various sectors in support of environmental causes, includes a special United Nations summit organized by U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. Activists criticized President Biden’s decision not to participate ​in the summit, deeming ⁢it “unacceptable.”

Source: The​ Western Journal

Which environmental groups provided support for the march, according to the article?

Tween 40,000 and 50,000 participants, also received support from various environmental ⁤groups, including Greenpeace⁢ and the Sunrise Movement.

The ⁣march took place amidst growing concerns and ​calls for effective action to combat climate change. The urgency of addressing climate ⁤issues‍ has become ⁢even more ​apparent in recent years,‌ with increasing extreme weather ⁤events, rising ​sea levels, and record-breaking ⁢temperatures. Scientists have ‍repeatedly‍ emphasized the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions ⁤and transition to renewable energy sources ⁢in ‌order to limit global warming and its catastrophic effects.

The protesters denounced the⁣ reliance on fossil fuels, which are major contributors ⁤to greenhouse gas emissions. They called for a swift transition to renewable energy alternatives, such as wind, solar, and geothermal power. The event aimed to put pressure on President‍ Biden and his administration to adopt more ambitious climate policies and prioritize the reduction of carbon emissions.

Speaking ⁤at the march,‌ Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez emphasized​ the need for bold action ⁢on climate change. She criticized the Biden⁢ administration for approving fossil fuel projects, highlighting the importance of prioritizing renewable‍ energy sources.⁢ Ocasio-Cortez‌ outlined her vision for a future powered entirely⁣ by renewable energy by⁣ 2040, with energy being available as public and democratically-controlled goods, particularly for‍ vulnerable communities.

The presence of Hollywood celebrities further ‌highlighted the significance of the issue ‍and ⁣helped ‌draw‌ attention ⁢to‍ the cause. Celebrities such as Ethan Hawke, Edward Norton, and Kevin Bacon joined the ​march, using their platform to amplify⁢ the message and raise awareness about the urgent need for climate action.

The event also aimed to mobilize public​ support and galvanize a ‌movement against fossil fuels. The massive turnout​ at the‍ march demonstrated the widespread concern among the public regarding climate ⁤change. It showcased the determination⁤ and unity of tens of thousands of individuals committed to fighting for a sustainable future.

As the world⁢ confronts the pressing challenge of ‌climate change, events like⁤ the “March to ‍End Fossil⁤ Fuels” in New York ⁢City serve as powerful reminders of the need for immediate action. The Biden administration, along with​ governments worldwide,⁢ must ⁢heed the calls of⁤ passionate ‍climate activists⁣ and take‌ bold steps to ⁤transition to renewable energy sources. The march serves as a symbol ⁢of the ‍growing strength of the climate movement and the⁣ collective ⁢demand for a greener and more​ sustainable future.

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