Newsweek: Congress Must Keep Pushing for Bold Federal Climate Legislation | Opinion

LANCE BASS & MARY CREASMAN ENVIRONMENTAL MEDIA ASSOCIATION; CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL VOTERS

We are living through extremely turbulent times. The transformational change that many of us are calling for—such as a greener, cleaner future, protections from a worsening climate crisis, investments in public health and access to good-paying jobs—remain out of reach for too many Americans.

As a father of twin babies (Lance) and an aunt and godmom to nine children (Mary), we remain hopeful about the future. When we look into the eyes of our little ones, we know that we cannot give up fighting for a safer, healthier future for all kids, no matter where they live. And we must keep working hard right now to make this dream a reality.

As leaders of the Environmental Media Association and California Environmental Voters, we are telling leaders in Washington, D.C.: Don't give up on our kids. Last year the House of Representatives passed legislation that included strong climate provisions. The Senate must act and pass a climate-focused legislative package now. We cannot delay action—even in the face of the multiple challenges we face at home and abroad. After all, leadership means making progress on many fronts at the same time.