Mobilizing the huge bloc of younger voters in the service of the common goodand of their ownmay be key to surviving the decades ahead. This book comes through with some interesting notions about how that might be done! -- Bill McKibben, author, Here Comes the Sun Will Hackman has given us a vital manual for our time: urgent without despair, practical without naiveté, and deeply human throughout. By reframing climate change not as an abstract planetary crisis but as a profoundly personal and political challenge, he opens the door to agency, solidarity, and lasting change. This book is a rallying call for Millennials, Gen Z, and indeed all of us who refuse to give up on a livable, thriving future. -- Christiana Figueres, founding partner, Global Optimism and former executive secretary, UN Convention on Climate Change Hackman offers practical, effective strategies for fighting climate change even in times of intense polarization and partisanship. For anyone wondering how to actually make a difference on climate issues, this book is for you. -- Kelly Ward Burton, former executive director, Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and former president, National Democratic Redistricting Committee Radically Reframing Climate Change is a timely and transformative guide that speaks directly to the next generation of climate leaders. Will Hackman masterfully cuts through the noisedispelling myths, challenging fear-based narratives, and offering a hopeful roadmap for meaningful action. This book provides practical strategies for personal, community, and national engagement, and reframes the climate crisis as a shared opportunity to build a more just, inclusive, and sustainable future. A must-read for anyone ready to turn climate anxiety into meaningful impact. -- Chris Castro, former chief of staff, State and Community Energy Programs, Department of Energy and executive vice president, Climate First Bank Talking about climate change is hard, but this book makes it easier and more effective. With sharp insights and strategies grounded in real campaign experience, Will Hackman equips readers to cut through myths, engage skeptics, and reenergize believers. From kitchen-table conversations to national movements, Hackman shows how anyone can reframe climate change as a human story and build momentum for bold solutions. -- Ben Nuckels, Democratic strategist Radically Reframing Climate Change offers an inspiring message of engaged optimism and active hope for an emerging movement of millions across the Gen Z and Millennial generations who care deeply about the environment and are ready to make a positive difference in the world. Hackmans book is alive with insightful interviews, fresh ideas, and accessible practices for responsible growth in creating a place where everyone can flourish together and find a deeper sense of purpose. -- Blake Hestir, PhD, director and cofounder, The Mind Body Ecology Institute and professor of philosophy, Texas Christian University Will Hackman hits the nail on the head with his book on empowering the climate voter. He shows, through his real-world experiences, that everyone has a role to play in helping combat one of the most pernicious threats to humanity. The book is timely and insightful highly recommended! -- Ken Rait, former public lands campaign director More now than ever before, we must understand that radical optimism isn't wistful or delusionalit's a practice, and one we must keep showing up for. The future we'll wake up to 5, 10, 25 years from now, depends on the narratives we shape today and how willing we are to show up to make them a reality. This book is an important reminder that we not only have the ability to shape that future in our minds, but that there are practical and necessary steps we can take to shape it daily. Hackman brings invaluable insights from years of experience working in politics and public engagement, and this is your guide to make the most of your time here on Earth. -- Anne Therese Gennari, author, The Climate Optimist Handbook Regardless of what you think or where you fall on the political spectrum, Will Hackman has written a book that will make you pay attention, sit up, and take notice. -- Craig Shirley, President Reagan biographer and presidential historian Will Hackman is an experienced organizer and fluid writer. Radically Reframing Climate Change provides timely, positive ideas for thinking anew about public engagement to improve the lives of current and future generations. Anyone interested in exploring an optimistic vision for solving the climate crisis should read this book. -- Phyllis Cuttino, president and CEO, The Climate Reality Project
