Pennsylvania Elects 24 New Pro-Environment Candidates; Secures Key Victories in Southeast PA
Press Release • 11/7/2018
Today, voters went to the polls and soundly rejected gubernatorial candidate Scott Wagner’s extremist anti-environmental agenda and elected 24 new pro-environment leaders to the state house and senate. 43 of Conservation Voters of PA’s 56 endorsed pro-environment candidates won their elections, with one race still too close to call. Governor Tom Wolf was handily re-elected over climate-change denier Scott Wagner, and voters elected environmental champions across the Commonwealth.
MarcellusMoney.org Report Reveals Millions in Donations to State Elected Officials from the Fracking Industry
Press Release • 10/4/2018
The MarcellusMoney.org project today released its latest report detailing donations from the fracking industry to state candidates and elected officials. The report highlights that since 2007, members of the Marcellus Shale Coalition and other companies that profit from fracking have spent $69.6 million since 2007 to lobby Pennsylvania’s state government. Lobbyists, PACs and executives from these companies donated $11.2 million to campaign committees registered with the state.
Conservation Voters of PA Endorses Governor Tom Wolf for Re-Election; Mayor John Fetterman for Lieutenant Governor
Press Release • 9/27/2018
Today, Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania is proud to endorse Governor Tom Wolf for re-election and Mayor John Fetterman for Lieutenant Governor. “Over the last four years, Governor Wolf has advanced key policies that have made Pennsylvania a greener and healthier place in which to live,” said Caren Glotfelty, Board Chair of Conservation Voters of PA.
Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania Launches Ad Campaign to Urging Pennsylvania Congressional Delegation to #SaveLWCF
Press Release • 9/19/2018
As the clock ticks down on the expiration of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) on September 30th, Conservation Voters of PA announced new print and digital ads and a targeted mail campaign urging Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation, including Reps. Conor Lamb (D-18) and Keith Rothfus (R-12), to support permanent reauthorization and full funding for the nation’s best parks program.
Conservation Voters of PA Endorses Mike Zabel for State Representative
Press Release • 9/5/2018
[Philadelphia, PA] – Today, Conservation Voters of PA endorsed Mike Zabel (D) for State Representative in Delaware County’s 163rd District. Conservation Voters of PA represents thousands of individuals in the Commonwealth who are committed to clean air, land, energy, and water, and prepared to vote for candidates who reflect those values.
“The 163rd district deserves a State Representative who cares about clean air, land, and water,” said Caren Glotfelty, Board Chair of Conservation Voters of PA. “If elected, I know that Mike will stand up for the rights of his constituents, and against polluters.”
Conservation Voters of PA Endorses Steve Santarsiero for State Senate
Press Release • 9/5/2018
[Philadelphia, PA] – Today, Conservation Voters of PA endorsed Steve Santarsiero (D) for State Senate in Bucks County’s 10th District. Conservation Voters of PA represents thousands of individuals in the Commonwealth who are committed to clean air, land, energy, and water, and prepared to vote for candidates who reflect those values.
“Throughout his many years serving the Commonwealth, Steve has proven time and time again that he will put people over polluters and advocate for strong environmental protections,” said Josh McNeil, Executive Director of Conservation Voters of PA. “When elected, I know that Steve will be among the strongest environmental champions we have in the State Senate.”
Conservation Voters of PA Endorses Adam Rodriguez for State Representative
Press Release • 9/5/2018
[Philadelphia, PA] – Today, Conservation Voters of PA endorsed Adam Rodriguez (D) for State Representative in Northeast Pennsylvania’s 189th District. Conservation Voters of PA represents thousands of individuals in the Commonwealth who are committed to clean air, land, energy, and water, and prepared to vote for candidates who reflect those values.
“Adam Rodriguez is running in a district where environmental concerns are particularly relevant. The Poconos represent some of Pennsylvania’s most beautiful and treasured natural spaces, as well as some of our most important outdoor recreational areas,” said Josh McNeil, Executive Director of Conservation Voters of PA. “Mr. Rodriguez will provide a strong environmental voice in Harrisburg for the 189th.”
Conservation Voters of PA Endorses State Representative Gene DiGirolamo
Press Release • 9/5/2018
[Philadelphia, PA] – Today, Conservation Voters of PA endorsed Representative Gene DiGirolamo (R) for re-election to the State House in Bucks County’s 18th District. Conservation Voters of PA represents thousands of individuals in the Commonwealth who are committed to clean air, land, energy, and water, and prepared to vote for candidates who reflect those values.
“Rep. DiGirolamo's ongoing fight to protect the environment should inspire other lawmakers to stand up for the clean air and safe water that their constituents deserve,” said Josh McNeil, Executive Director of Conservation Voters of PA. “Even when it means standing against his party’s leadership, Rep. DiGirolamo does the right thing for the people of his district and that's the kind of leadership Pennsylvania needs.”
Conservation Voters of PA Endorses State Representative Leanne Krueger-Braneky
Press Release • 9/5/2018
Today, Conservation Voters of PA endorsed State Representative Leanne Krueger-Braneky for re-election in Philadelphia’s 161st district.
“Rep. Krueger-Braneky has demonstrated time and time again that she is a true environmental champion,” said Caren Glotfelty, Board Chair of Conservation Voters of PA. “She has consistently championed clean energy, water, and air, and we encourage voters of the 161st district to send Rep. Krueger-Braneky back to Harrisburg.”
Conservation Voters of PA Endorses Melissa Shusterman for State Representative
Press Release • 9/5/2018
Today, Conservation Voters of PA endorsed Melissa Shusterman (D) for State Representative in Chester County’s 157th District.
“Melissa Shusterman is exactly the kind of candidate we need representing Chester County. She recognizes the importance of preserving our open spaces and protecting our drinking water from pipelines and other threats, and will prioritize environmental progress in Harrisburg,” said Caren Glotfelty, Board Chair of Conservation Voters of PA.