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Justin Amash on Environment
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| Independent MI Rep; possible Presidential Challenger |
Click here for 4 full quotes by Justin Amash
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- Rated 13% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- No EPA expansion of regulated waters. (Jul 2014)
- Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Michael Bennet on Environment
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; CO Senator |
Click here for 7 full quotes by Michael Bennet
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- $5 million to begin work on the Arkansas Valley Conduit. (Oct 2010)
- Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2010)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Rated 40% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
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Joe Biden on Environment
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| Former Vice President; previously Democratic Senator (DE) |
Click here for 16 full quotes by Joe Biden
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- Develop new nuclear technologies. (Jul 2019)
- 1970s: Push to prohibit refineries, to protect state beaches. (Oct 2010)
- America should guarantee Katrina reconstruction. (Jun 2007)
- Take away the billions of subsidy to the oil companies. (Jun 2007)
- Scored 80% on Humane Society Scorecard on animal protection. (Jan 2007)
- Voted YES on including oil & gas smokestacks in mercury regulations. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on confirming Gale Norton as Secretary of Interior. (Jan 2001)
- Voted NO on more funding for forest roads and fish habitat. (Sep 1999)
- Voted YES on transportation demo projects. (Mar 1998)
- Voted YES on reducing funds for road-building in National Forests. (Sep 1997)
- Voted YES on continuing desert protection in California. (Oct 1994)
- Voted YES on requiring EPA risk assessments. (May 1994)
- End commercial whaling and illegal trade in whale meat. (Jun 2001)
- Rated 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- EPA must do better on mercury clean-up. (Apr 2004)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Mike Bloomberg on Environment
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| Mayor of New York City (Independent) |
Click here for 9 full quotes by Mike Bloomberg
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- EPA failing to focus on clean air and clean water. (Apr 2018)
- Smoking ban has spread from NYC to every big city. (Mar 2013)
- Containerize 12,000 tons of daily trash & export to landfill. (Sep 2010)
- PlaNYC 2030: 25-year plan for pollution & infrastructure. (Sep 2010)
- Congestion pricing: fee for driving into Manhattan. (Sep 2010)
- Creative housing: deck over highways & build brownfields. (Apr 2007)
- Clean up 7,600 acres of brownfields; build more parks. (Apr 2007)
- Environmental justice: clean soot in poor neighborhoods. (Apr 2007)
- $8 fee to enter NYC by car, to encourage mass transit. (Apr 2007)
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Cory Booker on Environment
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| Mayor of Newark; N.J. Senator |
Click here for 14 full quotes by Cory Booker
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- Support next-generation advanced nuclear reactors. (Apr 2019)
- Rated 100% on all animal welfare ratings. (Dec 2016)
- Vegetarian since 1992; vegan since 2014. (Feb 2016)
- Passaic River poisoned because it was cheaper for business. (Feb 2016)
- Dumping pollutants into rivers externalizes costs. (Feb 2016)
- Trees reduce erosion & increase property values. (Feb 2016)
- Green space; green housing; green jobs. (Nov 2013)
- 2003: Neighborhood development instead of new sports arena. (May 2012)
- Vegetarian because of environmental impact of eating meat. (Sep 2010)
- GreenSpaces: public-private partnership for city parks. (Apr 2010)
- Work with Urban Environmental Institute on solar technology. (Feb 2010)
- Save our environment while creating jobs and wealth. (Feb 2009)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
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Steve Bullock on Environment
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; MT Governor |
Click here for 3 full quotes by Steve Bullock
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- Passionate about protecting public land access for all. (Sep 2018)
- MT economy depends on hunting & fishing; let's fund LWCF. (Jan 2015)
- Tackle the threat of invasive species. (Dec 2014)
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Julian Castro on Environment
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; former HUD Secretary |
Click here for 6 full quotes by Julian Castro
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- I dealt with lead in water in Flint as HUD Secretary. (Jul 2019)
- Executives must deal with disasters in sustainable way. (Jun 2019)
- We still need to find a long-term solution for nuclear waste. (Apr 2019)
- Opposed golf course development to protect city's aquifer. (Oct 2018)
- At HUD: $1 billion National Disaster Resilience Competition. (Jan 2017)
- More funding for lead-safe regulations in low-income housing. (Jan 2017)
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Hillary Clinton on Environment
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| Secretary of State; previously Democratic Senator (NY) |
Click here for 28 full quotes by Hillary Clinton
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- Conserving biodiversity is essential to our quality of life. (Oct 2016)
- Establish an American Parks Trust Fund. (Oct 2016)
- We need green energy jobs & to build on Paris Agreement. (Mar 2016)
- Federal takeover of Flint water supply if state can't fix it. (Feb 2016)
- FactCheck: No, Hillary didn't grant eminent domain to China. (Mar 2009)
- $5B for green-collar jobs in economic stimulus package. (Jan 2008)
- Voted against and consistently opposed to Yucca Mountain. (Jan 2008)
- A comprehensive energy plan as our Apollo moon shot. (Jan 2008)
- Advocate a cap and trade system. (Dec 2007)
- Better track kids’ products for exposures to toxic materials. (Dec 2007)
- Support green-collar job training. (Aug 2007)
- Put someone in charge of Katrina recovery who actually cares. (Aug 2007)
- Overcome almost criminal indifference to Katrina rebuilding. (Jun 2007)
- Launched EPA study of air quality at Ground Zero. (Jun 2007)
- Scored 100% on Humane Society Scorecard on animal protection. (Jan 2007)
- Stands for clean air and funding the EPA. (Sep 2000)
- Reduce air pollution to improve children’s health. (Jun 1998)
- Voted YES on including oil & gas smokestacks in mercury regulations. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on confirming Gale Norton as Secretary of Interior. (Jan 2001)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 89% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- EPA must do better on mercury clean-up. (Apr 2004)
- Sponsored bill for tax credit to remove lead-based paint. (Nov 2005)
- Sponsored bill for commission to examine Katrina response. (Sep 2005)
- Sponsored health impact bill for environmental health. (Apr 2006)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Inter-state compact for Great Lakes water resources. (Jul 2008)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Bill de Blasio on Environment
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| NYC Mayor; Democratic Presidential Challenger |
Click here for 4 full quotes by Bill de Blasio
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- Get rid of all lead in housing & schools, once and for all. (Jul 2019)
- Ban Styrofoam in NYC; plastic straws are next. (Jan 2019)
- Increase bicycling to 6% of all NYC trips by 2020. (Oct 2013)
- SPARE pledge: Stop Polystyrene & Revitalize the Environment. (Oct 2013)
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John Delaney on Environment
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| Democratic candidate for President; U.S. Rep from MD-6 |
Click here for 4 full quotes by John Delaney
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- Support nuclear power. (Jul 2019)
- Supports vehicle emissions standards and methane limits. (Apr 2019)
- Nuclear energy should be part of our portfolio. (Apr 2019)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Tulsi Gabbard on Environment
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; HI Rep. |
Click here for 4 full quotes by Tulsi Gabbard
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- Close down existing nuclear power reactors. (Jul 2019)
- No, no, no to nuclear energy & nuclear waste. (Apr 2019)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Kirsten Gillibrand on Environment
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| Democratic Senator (NY) |
Click here for 12 full quotes by Kirsten Gillibrand
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- Why not have clean air and clean water for all Americans? (Jul 2019)
- Clean air is a right. (Apr 2019)
- Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Allow longer than 10 years to rebuild depleted fisheries. (Sep 2011)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
- Fund projects for international conservation of cranes. (Jan 2009)
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Mike Gravel on Environment
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| Libertarian for President; Former Dem. Senator (AK); withdrew from Presidential primary July 2019 |
Click here for 8 full quotes by Mike Gravel
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- Eliminate all single-use plastics. (Apr 2019)
- 1971 support of SST conflicted with environmentalists. (May 2008)
- Strengthen Clean Water Act & Clean Air Act. (Apr 2008)
- To get Americans to conserve, change the tax structure. (Jul 2007)
- Iraq funds could build 4 million homes for Katrina victims. (Jun 2007)
- Support a carbon tax and stop fighting wars for oil. (Jun 2007)
- Sponsored bill for Congress to decide land use, not DOI. (Sep 1979)
- Sponsored bill allowing tax deduction for recycling costs. (Apr 1980)
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Kamala Harris on Environment
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| Democratic candidate for President; California Senator |
Click here for 4 full quotes by Kamala Harris
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- Develop new nuclear technologies. (Jul 2019)
- 100% lifetime score from the League of Conservation Voters. (Jan 2019)
- Prosecuted polluters for illegal dumping and air pollution. (Aug 2017)
- Fight to protect our coast. (Apr 2015)
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John Hickenlooper on Environment
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrew, Aug. 2019); CO Governor |
Click here for 8 full quotes by John Hickenlooper
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- Support nuclear power. (Jul 2019)
- Toughest methane regulations in the country. (Jun 2019)
- Solve problem of disposal of high-level radioactive waste. (Apr 2019)
- Watershed cleanup shouldn't always meet fed. standards. (Jan 2016)
- Start methane capture rule; finish Water Plan. (Jan 2014)
- Develop federal land instead of protecting the sage grous. (Dec 2013)
- Supports Obama's "Great Outdoors" conservation ethic. (Nov 2011)
- Water policy: Collaboration, Conservation and Capacity. (Nov 2010)
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Larry Hogan on Environment
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| Republican Maryland Governor |
Click here for 2 full quotes by Larry Hogan
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- Coastal bays program scores "B-", in positive trend. (Sep 2018)
- Reduce nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment in Chesapeake Bay. (Feb 2017)
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Jay Inslee on Environment
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| Democratic WA Governor; Former Rep/ (WA-1); withdrew from Presidential primary Aug. 2019 |
Click here for 20 full quotes by Jay Inslee
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- Middle ground solutions aren't going to save our air & water. (Jul 2019)
- Develop new nuclear technologies. (Jul 2019)
- Explore next-generation advanced nuclear technologies. (Apr 2019)
- Imperative to save the Southern Resident orcas. (Jan 2019)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
- Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
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John Kasich on Environment
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| Republican Governor; previously Representative (OH-12); 2000 & 2016 candidate for President |
Click here for 11 full quotes by John Kasich
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- Eliminate NOAA; let DOI safeguard natural resources. (Sep 2018)
- Properly balance environmental stewardship and job creation. (Sep 2018)
- Reduce Erie pollution with tougher fertilizer regulations. (Jul 2018)
- Mandate best practices to reduce farm fertilizer runoff. (Jul 2018)
- $2.5B invested in cleaning Lake Erie, and keep it clean. (Apr 2017)
- We should not worship environment like pantheists. (Jun 2015)
- Strengthen Clean Water Act; increase federal grazing fees. (Nov 1996)
- Manage the environment to bequest it to future. (Apr 1999)
- Environment and economy are not at odds. (Apr 1999)
- Devolve enviro policy-making to State and community. (Apr 1999)
- Examples of local enviro policy successes. (Apr 1999)
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Amy Klobuchar on Environment
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| DFL Sr Senator (MN) |
Click here for 12 full quotes by Amy Klobuchar
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- Support nuclear power. (Jul 2019)
- Open PolyMet copper-nickel mine in the Iron Range. (Jun 2018)
- I don't think manure is toxic waste. (Aug 2015)
- Preserve open spaces, farmlands, hunting lands, & wetlands. (Jan 2006)
- Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
- Voted NO on prohibiting eminent domain for use as parks or grazing land. (Dec 2007)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Inter-state compact for Great Lakes water resources. (Jul 2008)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Rated 40% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
- No EPA permits required for forest road runoff. (May 2013)
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Seth Moulton on Environment
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; MA Rep. |
Click here for 3 full quotes by Seth Moulton
OR click here for Seth Moulton on other issues.
- We need a sustainable solution to the fishing crisis. (Sep 2014)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Beto O`Rourke on Environment
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| Democratic candidate for President; Texas Senator nominee |
Click here for 3 full quotes by Beto O`Rourke
OR click here for Beto O`Rourke on other issues.
- Ensure EPA's funding & independence. (Oct 2018)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Barack Obama on Environment
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| Democratic incumbent President; IL Senator (2004-2008) |
Click here for 38 full quotes by Barack Obama
OR click here for Barack Obama on other issues.
- WOTUS 2015: expansive definition of protected waterways. (Dec 2018)
- First reform of food safety laws in more than 70 years. (Sep 2012)
- Bolster the use of organic farming methods. (Sep 2012)
- National clean water framework: protect America's waters. (Sep 2012)
- Establish Great Lakes Restoration and National Ocean Policy. (Sep 2012)
- Monitor health of fisheries & establish "pollution diet". (Sep 2012)
- BP spill was biggest environmental disaster ever faced. (Oct 2011)
- Sent 17,500 troops and 1,400 ships to deal with BP spill. (Oct 2011)
- Promised that anyone losing job in spill would get BP check. (Nov 2010)
- Top USDA priority: make sure all kids are well-fed. (May 2010)
- Cash for Clunkers: $4,500 to trade in old car for new. (May 2010)
- Greenhouse gases declared dangerous to public health. (May 2010)
- Government should invest in clean energy & green jobs. (Oct 2008)
- $150B over next 10 years for green energy sector. (Aug 2008)
- Support reforestation as carbon sequestration issue. (Jul 2008)
- Willing to suspend ethanol subsidy to keep food prices down. (May 2008)
- Genesis teaches stewardship of earth: sacrifice for future. (Apr 2008)
- 1980s: Tested for asbestos at Chicago housing project. (Apr 2008)
- Regulate animal feeding operations for pollution. (Feb 2008)
- Will end the notion of Yucca Mountain nuclear storage. (Jan 2008)
- Promote green technologies and fuel efficiency standards. (Dec 2007)
- Organized inner-city recycling; fought environmental racism. (Oct 2007)
- Reduce mercury and lead to protect community health. (Aug 2007)
- Protect the Great Lakes & our National Parks and Forests. (Aug 2007)
- 1985: Organized asbestos removal in Chicago housing project. (Aug 2007)
- Give Katrina contracts to locals, not to Halliburton. (Jun 2007)
- Health Care for Hybrids proposal for fuel efficiency. (Mar 2007)
- Three months working on minority students recycling. (Aug 1996)
Legislative Record
- 2005: Worked with Sen. Coburn (R, OK) on Katrina oversight. (Apr 2012)
- Stimulus bill earmark for LA-Vegas mag-lev railway. (May 2010)
- Passed lead abatement & 24 other laws in IL Senate. (Aug 2007)
- Scored 60% on Humane Society Scorecard on animal protection. (Jan 2007)
- Voted YES on including oil & gas smokestacks in mercury regulations. (Sep 2005)
- Tax credit to remove lead-based housepaint. (Nov 2005)
- Establish commission to examine Katrina response. (Sep 2005)
- Sponsored health impact bill for environmental health. (Apr 2006)
- Inter-state compact for Great Lakes water resources. (Jul 2008)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Mike Pence on Environment
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| Republian nominee for Vice President; Governor of Indiana; former Representative (IN-6) |
Click here for 14 full quotes by Mike Pence
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- Regional Cities Initiative: enhance community appeal. (Feb 2019)
- Veto climate bill compromise by industry & environmentalists. (Apr 2016)
- Signed a bill that allows for more usage of eminent domain. (Mar 2014)
- Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted NO on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted NO on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted YES on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Rated 10% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Stop considering manure as pollutant or hazardous. (Sep 2011)
- Rated 0% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Tim Ryan on Environment
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| Democratic Representative (OH-17) |
Click here for 18 full quotes by Tim Ryan
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- Nuclear power needs to be part of the future for us. (Apr 2019)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Inter-state compact for Great Lakes water resources. (Jul 2008)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Mar 2012)
- Rated 25% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
- Create database on algal blooms in the Great Lakes. (Jan 2015)
- Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Bernie Sanders on Environment
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| Democratic primary challenger; Independent VT Senator; previously Representative (VT-At-Large) |
Click here for 28 full quotes by Bernie Sanders
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- Opposes new nuclear power plant development. (Apr 2019)
- Leave a planet to our kids that is healthy & habitable. (Apr 2018)
- Climate change will lead to international security crises. (Nov 2015)
- Advocate of animal welfare and humane treatment. (Sep 2015)
- Protect important watersheds and wildlife areas. (Sep 2015)
- GMOs are ok, but only with required labeling. (Sep 2015)
- Our kids will ask why we made planet less habitable. (Oct 2013)
- Sophisticated equipment transformed farms to overproduction. (Oct 2012)
- Very large farms raise questions about animal cruelty. (Oct 2012)
- Cut subsidies of wealthy farmers; increase grazing fees. (Jun 1997)
- City residents often frozen out of development decisions. (Jun 1997)
- Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
- Voted NO on prohibiting eminent domain for use as parks or grazing land. (Dec 2007)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 90% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Mar 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Mark Sanford on Environment
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| Republican SC Governor; previously Representative (SC-1) |
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- I care about land conservation and open space. (Jul 2019)
- Market-based incentive for private land conservation. (Nov 2006)
- No EPA permits required for forest road runoff. (May 2013)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Howard Schultz on Environment
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| Starbucks CEO; independent candidate for President until July 2019 |
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- Protect earth's resources and promote sustainable farming. (Mar 2012)
- Effort to reduce environmental impact of Starbucks. (Mar 2012)
- Human deforestation contributes more carbon than all cars. (Mar 2012)
- Paper sleeves instead of polystyrene coffee cups. (Jan 1999)
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Joe Sestak on Environment
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| Democratic Senate Challenger; former Navy Admiral |
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- Ratify the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol. (Jun 2019)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Add polar bear & bluefin tuna to endangered species list. (May 2010)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2010)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
- Fund projects for international conservation of cranes. (Jan 2009)
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Tom Steyer on Environment
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger; CEO |
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- Corporate profits matter more than keeping people alive. (Jul 2019)
- Stand up to corporate polluters who poison our air & water. (Jul 2019)
- Ban single-use plastic bags. (Jul 2019)
- Regulate confinement of farm animals more humanely. (Jul 2019)
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Eric Swalwell on Environment
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| Withdrawn Democratic Presidential Challenger; CA Rep |
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- Opposes existing nuclear power plants; but research fusion. (Apr 2019)
- Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Donald Trump on Environment
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| 2016 Republican nominee for President; 2000 Reform Primary Challenger for President |
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- WOTUS 2018: limited definition of protected waterways. (Dec 2018)
- Cutting overbearing regulations helps farmers & builders. (Feb 2018)
- Overrule Fisheries Commission and allow more fish harvesting. (Jul 2017)
- We're going to put regulation industry out of business. (Feb 2017)
- Regulations by unelected officials reward special interests. (Oct 2016)
- 2008: pushed Scotland golf course despite enviro fragility. (Aug 2016)
- Eminent domain is something you need very strongly. (Feb 2016)
- Cut the EPA; what they do is a disgrace. (Oct 2015)
- Eminent domain pays more than fair market value. (Oct 2015)
- Eminent domain is a very useful tool for job creation. (Oct 2015)
- My sons love trophy hunting, but I'm not a believer. (Sep 2015)
- Won't go to circuses that cut elephants due to animal rights. (Mar 2015)
- Partner with environmentalists when undertaking projects. (Apr 2010)
- Good development enhances the environment. (Jan 2008)
- Asbestos got a bad rap from miners & mob-led movement. (Oct 1997)
- Humiliated NYC Mayor by finishing ice rink on time on budget. (Oct 1997)
- Bureaucratic land use reviews make projects unbuildable. (Oct 1997)
- FactCheck: Yes, hybrid family vehicles are available in US. ()
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Jesse Ventura on Environment
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| Former Independent MN Governor |
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- EPA approved poisons in Gulf to disperse BP oil spill. (Apr 2011)
- Driven off his family farm due to development. (Apr 2008)
- Entered mayoral race because of water drainage issues. (Apr 2008)
- Pushed for light rail in Twin Cities. (Apr 2008)
- Smart Growth with greenways and mass transit. (Dec 2000)
- Recycling conserves our limited resources. (Nov 1998)
- Teach environment in grade schools. (Oct 1998)
- Too risky to have large feedlots near homes. (Oct 1998)
- Replace MTBE in gasoline with cleaner ethanol. (May 2000)
- More state autonomy on brownfields & Superfund cleanups. (Aug 2001)
- Support State Revolving Loan Fund for flexible Clean Water. (Aug 2001)
- More EPA flexibility on interstate ozone. (May 1998)
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Arvin Vohra on Environment
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| Libertarian candidate for President; Libertarian Party Vice-Ch |
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- Fight EPA regulatory over-reach. (Mar 2018)
- Our biggest polluter is the American Government. (Dec 2017)
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Joe Walsh on Environment
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| Republican presidential primary challenger (fotmer IL Rep.) |
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- Rated 6% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Stop considering manure as pollutant or hazardous. (Sep 2011)
- Rated 13% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
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Elizabeth Warren on Environment
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| Massachusetts Senator; head of CFPB |
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- Collective trusts for asbestos victims, not individual cases. (Apr 2014)
- Endorsed by Sierra Club and Clean Water Action. (Apr 2012)
- Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2013)
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Bill Weld on Environment
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| Libertarian Party nominee for Vice President; former Republican Massachusetts Governor |
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- Protect environment with competition, not regulation. (Aug 2016)
- 1996 River Protection Act: 9,000 miles of land use rules. (Jun 2016)
- Favored EPA's electric car mandate and stricter smog limits. (May 2016)
- OpEd: Supports expansive environmental regulations. (Aug 2005)
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Marianne Williamson on Environment
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| Author & Democratic Presidential Challenger |
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- Close down existing nuclear power reactors. (Jul 2019)
- Opposes nuclear power; phase out existing reactors. (Apr 2019)
- Deal with factory farming by having environmentalists at EPA. (Apr 2019)
- EPA head shouldn't be from chemical or oil industry. (Apr 2019)
- Clean air and water are environmental justice. (Jul 2018)
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Andrew Yang on Environment
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| Democratic Presidential Challenger & Tech CEO |
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- Thorium-based nuclear plants are safe and reliable. (Apr 2019)
- Nuclear isn't perfect, but it's a solid solution for now. (Mar 2019)
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