Rep. Lowenthal Applauds Pope Francis Encyclical On Climate Change

Statement

"I thank the Pope for his continued leadership in bringing global attention to the plight of the world's poor and most vulnerable because of environmental impacts nations like ours have inflicted. I applaud the Pontiff's recognition that when it comes to climate change, the science is settled and it is up to not just our leaders, but each of us as individuals, to take the science to heart, understand the impacts of climate change as a humanitarian and moral issue, and take action.

"Climate change knows no geographic, political, ethnic, or religious barriers. It affects all people. As a nation we have a responsibility, not just to our own citizens, but to our fellow travelers on this delicate blue sphere we call home.

"We must take action to further protect our environment and put an end to unneeded suffering caused by climate change before it gets any worse."

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