Jonathon Berman, jonathon.berman@sierraclub.org
Washington, DC – Tonight, President Biden delivered his first State of the Union address.
In response, Sierra Club President Ramon Cruz released the following statement:
“Investing in clean energy, climate action, and our democracy are investments in the people. Investing in a livable future for everyone, that works for everyone and supports everyone, is investing in a stronger state of the union. President Biden has taken significant steps this year, but now it’s time Congress does its job by passing a historic suite of investments in communities and families struggling with the interlocking crises of climate change, health, and racial, economic, and environmental injustice.
“Investing in clean energy, in clean air and water, and in a safe, livable climate will create millions of jobs, help address inflation, and build a better America. The House of Representatives has taken action; it’s past time the Senate passes legislation investing in climate, jobs, and justice too.
“But the work cannot end there – Washington must invest in our democracy. The John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the Freedom to Vote Act are more important than ever. And the Senate must confirm President Biden’s nominee to the Supreme Court: Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.
“It’s time Washington addresses the interlocking crises we face and invests in the people, our democracy, and the country. We cannot waste a minute longer.”
About the Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with millions of members and supporters. In addition to protecting every person's right to get outdoors and access the healing power of nature, 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.