The Gray Area with Sean Illing Parenting through the climate crisis
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Jul 10, 2023 In a thought-provoking conversation, Elizabeth Cripps, a Senior Lecturer in Political Theory at the University of Edinburgh and author of "Parenting on Earth," shares her insights on the intertwining roles of parenthood and climate activism. She discusses the moral obligations parents have to combat environmental issues for future generations and the challenges of balancing nurturing with activism. Cripps also emphasizes the importance of preparing children for a climate-conscious world, advocating for both personal growth and collective action in facing ecological crises.
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Collective Action, Not Individual Powerlessness
- Don't feel powerless against climate change; focus on collective action rather than individual limitations.
- Parents have significant political and economic power if they cooperate to demand change.
Balancing Parenting and Social Responsibility
- The conflict between being a good parent and a decent human is partly illusory, as children need a safe, just future.
- This requires collective action beyond individualistic parenting.
The Halloween Costume Dilemma
- Cripps felt guilty about her daughter's simple Halloween costume, reflecting on societal inequalities.
- She questions the extent to which parents should participate in the "sham meritocracy."
