World leaders will gather in Copenhagen, Denmark, in December to finalize a new agreement to stabilize carbon emissions triggering global climate change. The last agreement on this issue, the Kyoto Protocal, expires in 2012. The Compenhagen meeting must strenthen that effort. Many in impoverished countries are already suffering from the effects of climate change.

Make your voice heard in the White House!

Sign, print and send the postcard below to:

Esmerelda Brown, Global Justice Office, Women's Division, United Methodist General Board of Global Ministries 777 United Nations Plaza, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10017

Dear President Obama:

In December 2009, world leaders will meet in Copenhagen for crucial internatioal talks about climate change. I'd lke you to be there in person to demonstrate how much we care about our global family and our willingness to do what it takes to address this challenge with compassiona dn resolutution.

I believe we must do our part, so I will: Personally evaluate my lifestyle and commit to actions that significantly reduce my carbon footprint.

Let members of Congress know my views about domestic legislation needed to address climate chane and to create a greener, more just economy.

Urge you and the U.S. negotiating team to commit, along with other industrialized countries to: *Make at least an 80 percent cut in domestic carbon emissions by 2050. * Assist and help pay for developing nations to reduce their emissions, develop cleanly and adapt to climate change.

Hold you and the negotiators in my prayes and meditations as leaders meet in Copenhagen.

Yours sincerely,

Name (Please print)_________________________________ Religious affiliation: _______________________

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You can get these forms from Esmerelda Brown and return them to her. These will be delivered in a big group.

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