""From out there on the moon, international politics look so petty. You want to grab a politician by the scruff of the neck and drag him a quarter of a million miles out and say, 'Look at that, you son of a bitch." - Astronaut Ed Mitchell Our planet is our home; it provides all that we need to live. Our responsibility is to care for it so that it continues to be a safe home for us. Future generations depend upon us."
"Our planet is our home; it provides all that we need to live. Our responsibility is to care for it so that it continues to be a safe home for us. Future generations depend upon us. Earth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people think of the planet first, every day. Click the poster to get a larger image."
An astronaut's view from the moon reduces international politics to pettiness and suggests exposing leaders to Earth's beauty to shift priorities. The planet is described as the singular home that provides all necessities for life, imposing a collective responsibility to maintain its safety and viability. Caring for Earth is framed as essential to ensure continued shelter and resources for current populations and for future generations. Earth911 promotes inspirational materials to encourage daily, planet-first thinking and invites people to share and post a poster to amplify public awareness. The poster's original publication date is noted.
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