(This guest blog is authored by Ann Notthoff of the Natural Resources Defense Council). This Oceans Day, as conservationists, fishermen, scientists and beachgoers gather in …
Citizens United victory: keep up the pressure
It’s official: California has joined the growing movement to overturn the U.S. Supreme Court’s disastrous Citizens United decision. Thanks to your support, the State Senate …
Tighter Fracking Regulations Favored by 65 Percent of Americans
A new poll finds that 65 percent of Americans believe there should be greater regulation of hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, a …
A Tale of Two Environmental Champions
We’ve got exciting news! Our friend and former Executive Vice President Sarah Rose has been selected to return to CLCV and its sister organization, the …
Green Jobs Remain the Bright Spot in the Economy
Green jobs have proven to be more than just a buzz term. As the grip of the recession continues to hold, a new report …
Democracy For Polluters, By Polluters?
In 2010, the United States Supreme Court’s ruling in the Citizens United case opened the floodgates to unlimited spending by corporations in our elections. Shockingly, …
California May Lose Control Over Its Water
Today the House approved H.R. 1837, a federal water management bill targeting California. The bill would override state law to favor certain powerful …
Remembering environmental champion Kimo Campbell
Today we celebrate the life and legacy of one of our own: CLCV Board member Kimo Campbell. James Kimo Campbell, a longtime member …
Protecting California’s Water Laws
Congressman John Garamendi represents California’s 10th Congressional District and serves on the House Natural Resources Committee. As early as this Wednesday, Congress is voting …
Big Oil Hitching a Free Ride
Today the U.S. House of Representatives will decide what direction the country moves – literally. An important vote is coming up on a major House …
State Senator Fran Pavley: Environmental Champion
State Senator Fran Pavley’s record of environmental accomplishments is astonishing. During her time as a member of the state Assembly and in her …
Who Is Hiding What in Your Food?
The following is a blog post authored by Frank Plughoff of the Committee for The Right to Know. The “who” are large Biotech and …
