'Climate change is a threat to the security of the UNited States'. - The warning from the US Secretary of State during his speech at Old Dominion University in Virginia Tuesday.
Mr Kerry said that while the environmental challenge was immense it was not insurmountable if steps were taken now.
America's top diplomat explained why he has made addressing climate change a priority during his time in office...
IN: Fuelling extreme...'
OUT: '...everywhere
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Mr Kerry stressed the broad ranging threat posed by climate change
IN:We have to...'
OUT: '...all of us'
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Mr Kerry said it was reckless to deny the impact climate change could have on our future...
IN: 'I wish I were...'
OUT: '...at risk'
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