"Some argue that because Australia represents a small share of global emissions we should not take action. I've always found that a very bizarre argument, because taking responsibility actually goes to the core of why I'm a Liberal. We have a responsibility to steward a united society, strong economy and sustainable environment to the next generation. Responsibility ultimately is one of the core foundational pillars of being a Liberal. Australia can't solve global challenges alone, but if we don't take responsibility we cannot turn to others overseas and ask them to take action when we're not prepared to do so. That's why we are prepared to do so. In fact, responsibility is so core to being a Liberal as an important foundational pillar it's the sort of thing that motivates people to become one. Responsibility always begins at home. The notion is reinforced throughout our nation's history, where we've taken responsibility and met challenges. And we can do it again."
Tim Wilson is the Federal Liberal Member for Goldstein.
