Politics & Government
Sierra Club Of CT Endorses Democratic Candidate Stephanie Thomas
Stephanie Thomas, the Democratic candidate to represent the 143 rd House District, has received the endorsement of the Sierra Club of CT.
Press release from Democratic candidate Stephanie Thomas: Stephanie Thomas, the Democratic candidate to represent the 143 rd House District, received the endorsement of the Sierra Club of Connecticut, the state chapter of one of the most influential grassroots environmental organizations in the nation whose 3.8 million members defend everyone’s right to a healthy world.
“Sierra Club is behind your efforts to raise environmental issues during your campaign. We are
proud of our role in the endorsement process and wholeheartedly extend our support for your
campaign," noted Ann Gadwah, Political Chair, Connecticut Chapter of the Sierra Club, in their
letter.
On accepting the endorsement, Thomas said, “I’m thrilled to receive the support of the Sierra
Club, CT. Our platforms, values, and strategies are so closely aligned. When I joined the group in
my early twenties, I never expected that we would be collaborating in this way! I look forward
to working together in support of Governor Lamont’s Green New Deal, reducing greenhouse
gases, eliminating toxic substances that contaminate our land and water, and protecting the
state’s rich and diverse wildlife. We owe it to ourselves and future generations to keep our
state verdant and beautiful.”
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Every election cycle, the Sierra Club CT endorses candidates based on their positions and track
record on the environment. By highlighting candidates who care about their values, they can
help elect leaders who will make the right choices to protect Connecticut's most valuable
resources.
This press release was produced by Democratic candidate Stephanie Thomas. The views expressed here are the author's own.