"The picture has become clear. Our planet, with its remarkable array of life, is in imminent danger of crashing. Yet our politicians are not dashing forward. They hesitate; they hang back.

Therefore it is up to you. You will need to be a protector of your children and grandchildren on this matter. I am sorry to say that your job will be difficult special interests have been able to subvert our democratic system. But we should not give up on the democratic system quite the contrary. We must fight for the principle of equal justice.

But as in other struggles for justice against powerful forces, it may be necessary to take to the streets to draw attention to injustice. There are places where action has begun to have some effect.
Civil resistance may be our best hope.

It is our last chance."

Hansen, James, "Storms of My Grandchildren", December 2009, page 277.