Why climate justice requires a focus on racial justice
In short: David Lammy explores why the climate emergency must include the protection of Black lives. He argues that solving the environmental crisis requires a movement that integrates racial, social, and intergenerational justice.
In this talk, Member of Parliament for Tottenham, David Lammy, addresses the historical separation between racial justice efforts and climate action. He argues that a truly effective movement to protect the planet must include Black and minority leadership.
Lammy suggests that global climate solutions are impossible without addressing the intersection of environmental, racial, and social justice issues.
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