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The 21: The True Story of the Youth Who Sued the U.S. Government Over Climate Change

Elizabeth Rusch

This chronological account follows Juliana v. United States, a climate-related lawsuit filed in 2015 for 21 young plaintiffs, then ages seven through 19. The case contends that federal promotion of fossil fuels, despite knowledge of their danger, violates constitutional rights. It introduces attorney Julia Olson and several plaintiffs, while tracking efforts by successive administrations to delay or dismiss the case. The legal team responds with arguments and appeals intended to keep the lawsuit moving forward.

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Themes
Activism · Environment · Government And Civics · Social Justice · Weather And Climate
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Pages
386
ISBN-13
9780063220850
Language
English
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