Deb Pasternak, (617) 852-2641, deb.pasternak@sierraclub.org
BOSTON--Last night, 52 Massachusetts Sierra Club endorsed candidates won their campaigns, increasing the number of climate champions to the State House and Senate, and reaffirming strong climate advocacy in our Federal delegation. Sierra Club members and supporters helped get out the vote for many of these candidates, canvassing and making calls in 10 competitive races. In total, close to 4,000 calls were made, resulting in the unseating of several incumbents with poor records on the environment.
In response, Massachusetts Sierra Club Interim Chapter Director Deb Pasternak released the following statement:
“This election resulted in a marked uptick in climate champions and allies joining the ranks of our state legislative bodies. We were proud to have endorsed so many new climate advocates, and are thrilled by the inspiring results including wins from Tram Nguyen, Becca Rausch, and many more. Find the full list of our endorsed candidates here.”
About the Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with more than 3 million members and supporters. In addition to helping people from all backgrounds explore nature and our outdoor heritage, the Sierra Club works to promote clean energy, safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and legal action. For more information, visit www.sierraclub.org.