November 17, 2015 - 01:14
Van Jones,
You have greatly inspired me because you embody all that I aspire to be. Your ideas are innovative and critical to the future of this planet. When I began the Seeds of Resitance, I had strong goals, and so many plans for the future. When you said "One man is not going to save us" those words really hit home for me. I agree, and I know it means it is up to all of us to save ourselves. Your environmental and social ideas are not just ideas but real possibilities. You turned the sort of huge radical ideas I have, and have made it into a success story. Not only have you been able to come up with solutions to make those ideas a reality, you even took it a step further and are influencing public policy in a very real way. What I appreciate is that more than bringing light to environmental issues, you have highlighted how they are also social issues, and you have figured out how to tie the two together in a positive manner. Unlike many people, you understand the need to involve young people in this fight. Empowering our youth and young adults is most important, and something that is often overlooked. You have managed to accomplish what many of those like you or I have been unable to do; you have brought so much attention to your cause, that it actualluy matters. I hope that one day my plans and ideas develop as much importance as yours, because I really want to make a difference.
Geek