Jane Fonda and Climate Activists Rally for Harris-Walz Campaign
- Jane Fonda and Bill Nye endorse Harris-Walz ticket to combat climate change.
- Virtual campaign call by Climate Voters for Harris discusses 'only hope' to defeat 'orange man' in upcoming election.
- Fonda and Nye highlight importance of the Inflation Reduction Act in addressing the climate crisis.
Actress Jane Fonda joined climate change activists on Friday to promote the Harris-Walz campaign, branding it as a "proud climate ticket." The event marked the two-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and was organized by Climate Voters for Harris. The virtual call aimed to highlight the achievements of the IRA while providing guidance on how supporters can engage with the campaign. Behavioral scientist Sweta Chakraborty hosted the call, expressing enthusiasm for Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. Fonda, alongside TV personality Bill Nye, urged participants to prioritize climate issues in their voting decisions. She emphasized that the Harris-Walz ticket represents the best hope for climate action, warning against the dangers of abstaining from voting or supporting third-party candidates. "Sitting it out... is voting for the orange man," she asserted, underscoring the stakes of the upcoming election. The call featured prominent speakers, including former Secretary of State John Kerry and Senator Ed Markey, who echoed Fonda's sentiments. Washington Governor Jay Inslee shared a personal anecdote about Harris's commitment to climate issues, reinforcing the campaign's focus on environmental concerns. Interim Climate Voters Director Jake Shwartz reiterated the campaign's dedication to climate action, stating, "Harris-Walz is a proud climate ticket." Several speakers criticized the opposing Trump-Vance ticket, accusing them of catering to polluters and threatening environmental progress in America.