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Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulated Rep. Brenda Kupchick (R-132; Fairfield) on her victory in the 132nd State House District. CTLCV endorsed Kupchick because of her longtime advocacy for recycling initiatives and animal welfare. “Rep. Kupchick knows expanding Connecticut’s landmark bottle bill is key to keeping harmful plastics out of our rivers, off our shoreline, and out of landfills,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “Her victory today shows the people of Fairfield share her commitment to protecting the air we breathe and water we drink from pollution. We at CTLCV look forward to working with Rep. Kupchick in the days ahead on the bottle bill and other key environmental priorities.” Kupchick was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulates Josh Elliott (D-88; Hamden) on his victory in the 88th State House District. CTLCV endorsed Elliott because of his strong commitment to fighting climate change and investing in clean energy. “Climate change is the most critical issue of our time, and Josh’s victory today makes it clear Connecticut voters agree,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “Josh has been a welcome ally at climate marches and rallies, and he was one of the first to sign our Clean Energy for All pledge to move Connecticut to 100% renewable energy by 2050. We were proud to give him our endorsement, and we made sure to let our members know where he stood on the environment. We look forward to working with him in the days to come to promote clean energy and build a brighter future for Connecticut.” Elliott was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulates Rep. Linda Orange (D-48; Colchester, Lebanon, Mansfield, Windham) on her victory in the 48th State House District. CTLCV endorsed Orange because she has been a staunch advocate for protecting our open spaces. “We at CTLCV made sure voters knew how hard Rep. Orange has worked to protect our parks, farms, trails, and open spaces,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “She’s been a critical supporter of giving our communities new ways to purchase dedicated open space, and her victory today proves voters want her to keep up the fight. She has always been a forward-thinker, and we look forward to continuing our work with her in the days to come.” Orange was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulates Kerry Szeps Wood (D-29; Newington, Rocky Hill, Wethersfield) on her victory in the 29th State House District. CTLCV endorsed Wood because of her commitment to protecting our open space and her strong opposition to fracked natural gas waste or pipelines in Connecticut. “Kerry’s victory today proves Connecticut voters care about electing leaders who will protect our environment and precious natural resources,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “She grew up on a farm and talked often about the impact of open space on our economy. CTLCV made sure our members knew her commitment to preserving our parks, farms, forests, and beaches, and they came out in droves to deliver her this victory. We look forward to working with her in the upcoming legislative session.” Wood was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulates Sen. Marilyn Moore (D-22; Bridgeport, Monroe, Trumbull) on her victory in the 22nd State Senate District. CTLCV endorsed Moore based on her long record of fighting for our environment and public health. “Connecticut voters don’t want to see their leaders gamble with their children’s health, and they made that clear by re-electing Sen. Moore—one of the strongest champions we have,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “CTLCV let our members know we have no better ally than Sen. Moore when it comes to keeping toxics away from our children. We look forward to working with her during the upcoming session to ban toxic mulch from public playgrounds and carcinogenic flame retardants from children’s clothing.” Moore was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulates Mary Abrams (D-13; Cheshire, Meriden, Middlefield, Middletown) on her victory in the 13th State Senate District. CTLCV endorsed Abrams for her strong commitment to protecting our public health, especially in comparison to her opponent, incumbent Len Suzio. “Connecticut voters made it clear they will not tolerate lawmakers who put polluters over people,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “CTLCV worked hard to support Mary Abrams over Len Suzio through canvasses, direct mail, and digital advertisements.” CTLCV’s Political Action Committee invested more than $20,000 in the race for the 13th Senate District. Their digital advertisements reached over 670,000 computers, phones, and mobile devices in the 13th District, and CTLCV’s direct mail pieces were sent to nearly 13,000 households. Additionally, CTLCV and the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) named Len Suzio to its Dirty Dozen in the States list, which record the worst anti-environment state lawmakers in the country. “We made sure all voters in the 13th District knew that Suzio blocked critical bans to toxic tire mulch in public playgrounds and carcinogenic chemicals in children’s clothing. At every door we knocked and in every conversation we had, people told us how Suzio’s toxic voting record was driving them to the polls,” said Brown. “Mary Abrams, on the other hand, has a record of standing up for our children and our public health through her work as an educator. We look forward to working with her in the days to come.” Abrams was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulated Sen. Beth Bye (D-5; Bloomfield, Burlington, Farmington, West Hartford) on her victory in the 5th State Senate District. CTLCV endorsed Bye because of her longtime work to protect the water we drink and other key environmental priorities. “Sen. Bye has always been adamant that water is a public trust, and she doesn’t back down from a fight,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “She is one of CTLCV’s true environmental champions, and it’s clear the voters of the 5th District trust her to look after their clean air and water. With the State Water Plan returning to the legislature next session, we look forward to continuing our work with Sen. Bye to put people’s basic needs ahead of special interests.” Bye was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulates Rep. Michael Demicco (D-21; Farmington) on his victory in the 21st State House District. CTLCV endorsed Demicco based on his longtime record as an advocate for clean water, land conservation, and clean energy. “Rep. Demicco has been a strong ally for the environment, and his victory today shows Connecticut voters are paying attention and appreciate his hard work,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “CTLCV made sure to inform our members that Rep. Demicco is one of our greatest allies on the Environment Committee, where he’s worked hard to ban toxic pesticides and protect our public health. His leadership is essential to advancing environmental priorities, and he is a trusted source for other lawmakers when it comes to clean air, clean water, and clean energy. We look forward to continuing our work with Rep. Demicco to protect our environment and build a brighter future for all of us in Connecticut.” Demicco was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulates Rep. Devin Carney (R-23; Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, Westbrook) on his victory in the 23rd State House District. CTLCV endorsed Carney for his strong support for clean energy in Connecticut. “Rep. Carney knows clean energy is key to fighting climate change and creating thousands of jobs in Connecticut,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “As Co-Chair of the bipartisan Clean Energy Caucus, Rep. Carney was one of the first to sign our Clean Energy for All pledge to move Connecticut to 100% clean energy by 2050 or sooner. With the latest reports from the United Nations and scientists worldwide urging our lawmakers to act on climate before it’s too late, Rep. Carney’s victory today shows clearly that voters are taking these matters seriously and looking for their leaders to do the same. We at CTLCV look forward to working with Rep. Carney in the days ahead to continuing growing Connecticut’s investment in clean energy.” Carney was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). Hartford, CT – Today, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) congratulates Rep. Mary Mushinsky (D-85; Wallingford) on her victory in the 85th State House District. CTLCV endorsed Mushinsky for her decades of leadership on land preservation and energy efficiency. “Rep. Mushinsky’s victory today shows voters are serious about protecting our parks, trails, and open spaces,” said Lori Brown, CTLCV Executive Director. “CTLCV worked hard to make sure voters knew Rep. Mushinsky’s lifetime record as an environmental champion, and they answered by giving her a decisive victory at the polls. We look forward to continuing to work with Rep. Mushinsky in the next legislative session.” Mushinsky was one of 36 candidates CTLCV endorsed in the 2018 elections. Live updates on the election—including an up-to-the-minute count of CTLCV’s victories--can be found on our website. ###
This information is paid for by the CTLCV Political Action Committee. This message was made independent of any candidate or political party. Contributions to the CTLCV PAC of $5,000 or more were made by CTLCV, Inc.; LCV, Inc.; and David Bingham. Additional information about the CTLCV PAC may be found on the State Elections Enforcement Commission's website (ct.gov/seec). |
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