Voting has ended in the United States, however, millions of votes are yet to be counted. 

Whatever happens in the US, affects the world. As responsible global citizens, we have a vital role to play in upholding democratic systems and fighting back against the rise of authoritarianism.  

We know that undemocratic regimes that silence its citizens and voters are disastrous for the climate. For us to build and strengthen our movement for the climate, we need responsive democracies. 

Now is the time for world leaders to speak to the unfolding situation in the United States and clearly say - no winner will be recognised till every vote is counted. 

The US plays a pivotal role in the climate problem, and solution. If millions of voters voices are disregarded in the US - it will have ripple effects around world democracies, and for the climate movement. 

If world governments stand by and refuse to act as votes are being suppressed, it will give legitimacy to the authoritarianism spreading all over the world.

This is why it’s important to push our elected leaders to speak loudly and clearly. 

Call on world leaders to uphold democracy and count every vote.