To Shaye, Ella, Ruby, Margaux, and Kiri (only): Thanks for speaking out on climate change, an enormous issue. You made a difference then, you do now, and you will in the future, because voices count and people matter. I applaud you. 

I'm saddened to read that adults are calling you names. You may be at the age that you start to realize,with disappointment and dismay, that merely growing up doesn't mean a person is mature, wise, smart, or even has anything useful to say.  I was about your age when I discovered that adults were capable of being as ignorant as any kindergartner, without the excuse of childhood. I suppose that lesson is valuable, but it is also sad. We have such high hopes for adults, and then ... 

It comes to mind as I read this stream of comments. If you are here reading it, you'll see exactly what I mean. Adults calling you names is the least of it. 

Please don't give up on the world. It needs you.