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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:
Danielle Allen on Environment
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Charlie Baker on Environment
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Republican Governor:
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- Bottle bill is a money grab; don't expand it. (Sep 2014)
- Lobster fishing regulations are dangerous and burdensome. (Sep 2014)
- Protect & preserve natural resources for future generations. (Nov 2010)
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Don Berwick on Environment
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Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger:
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- The air matters, the water matters; it's all a system. (Feb 2014)
- Clean our water & air, and push other states also. (Feb 2014)
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Sonia Chang-Diaz on Environment
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Martha Coakley on Environment
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Democratic Challenger :
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- Reduce burdensome lobster fishing regulations. (Sep 2014)
- Clean up & redevelop contaminated brownfields. (Oct 2009)
- Endangered Species Act should consider greenhouse gas effect. (Apr 2009)
- Enforced hazardous waste management and transport laws. (Apr 2009)
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Geoff Diehl on Environment
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Republican Challenger:
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- Compromise on allowing fishing despite fraud in reporting. (Nov 2017)
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Ben Downing on Environment
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Jay Gonzalez on Environment
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Democratic candidate for Governor:
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- New revenue to fix our broken mass transit system. (Dec 2017)
- Address water pollution despite Trump administration. (Aug 2017)
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Jesse Gordon on Environment
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| Editor-in-chief, OnTheIssues.org:
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Lawrence Lessig on Environment
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Democrat for President:
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- We don't own Earth; we hold it in trust for our children. (Oct 2015)
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Bob Massie on Environment
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Democratic candidate for Massachusetts Governor:
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- Green Bank: capitalize on what nature provides us. (Aug 2017)
- Climate injustice is another form of social injustice. (Jun 2017)
- Integrate thinking: environment, transportation, & housing. (Jun 2017)
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Tom Menino on Environment
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Mayor of Boston:
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- We need to protect our natural resources. (Jun 2010)
- First major city to zone for green building standards. (Apr 2009)
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Seth Moulton on Environment
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Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrawn); MA Rep.:
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- 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)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Deval Patrick on Environment
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Democratic Governor (MA) and presidential contender:
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- Engage in DC regulatory fight to protect our fishing fleet. (Sep 2006)
- Actively protect water and wetlands. (Sep 2005)
- Focus on environmental justice in poor communities. (Sep 2005)
- Invest in public transportation & smart growth. (Sep 2005)
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Karyn Polito on Environment
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Eleventh Worcester Republican (MA State Rep):
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- Voted NO on requiring dental amalgam (mercury) separators. (Jul 2004)
- Opposed keeping park maintenance funding within MDC. (Nov 2003)
- Voted NO on reduced fees for blood lead level testing. (Jul 2003)
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Richard Tisei on Environment
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Middlesex & Essex Republican (MA Senate):
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- Supported cuts in Water Management Act enforcement. (Jul 2003)
- Voted NO on reduced fees for blood lead level testing. (Jul 2003)
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Marty Walsh on Environment
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Secretary of Labor:
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- More programs in parks and green spaces. (Nov 2013)
- Voted YES on requiring dental amalgam (mercury) separators. (Jul 2004)
- Supported keeping park maintenance funding within MDC. (Nov 2003)
- Voted YES on reduced fees for blood lead level testing. (Jul 2003)
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Setti Warren on Environment
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Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger:
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- Reinstate Lynn ferry service and extend the Blue Line. (May 2017)
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Dan Wolf on Environment
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Democratic Challenger:
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- Concentrate new building while preserving open space. (Nov 2012)
- Keep wastewater from drinking water and shorelines. (Nov 2012)
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Senate:
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Shiva Ayyadurai on Environment
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Republican for Massachusetts U.S. Senator (withdrew):
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- Real problem is not climate change but pollution. (Jun 2020)
- GMOs are destroying our health; establish safety standards. (Feb 2018)
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Martha Coakley on Environment
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Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger:
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- Reduce burdensome lobster fishing regulations. (Sep 2014)
- Clean up & redevelop contaminated brownfields. (Oct 2009)
- Endangered Species Act should consider greenhouse gas effect. (Apr 2009)
- Enforced hazardous waste management and transport laws. (Apr 2009)
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Geoff Diehl on Environment
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Republican candidate for Massachusetts U. S. Senator:
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- Compromise on allowing fishing despite fraud in reporting. (Nov 2017)
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Gabriel Gomez on Environment
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Republican Challenger:
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- I'm a "green Republican"; others in GOP deny science. (Jun 2013)
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Brian Herr on Environment
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| Republican Senate Challenger:
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Joe Kennedy III on Environment
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Democratic Senate challenger:
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- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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John Kingston on Environment
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Republican candidate for Massachusetts U.S. Senator:
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- Oppose subsidies of uneconomic green technologies. (Feb 2018)
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Beth Lindstrom on Environment
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| Republican candidate for Massachusetts U.S. Senator:
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Shannon Liss-Riordan on Environment
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Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger:
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- Nuclear power may be carbon free, but it is not risk free. (Nov 2019)
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Ed Markey on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-7):
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- Nuclear power is a very expensive way to boil water. (Nov 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Leader of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Apr 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored enforcing against illegal ocean fishing. (Jan 2013)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Kevin O`Connor on Environment
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Republican Challenger:
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- Need strong federal policy to protect clean air and water. (Oct 2020)
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Bruce Skarin on Environment
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Independent Challenger:
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- Account for polluting our commons. (Mar 2014)
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Heidi Wellman on Environment
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Republican candidate for Massachusetts U. S. Senator:
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- Fight EPA regulatory over-reach. (Mar 2018)
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Michael Capuano on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-8):
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- 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 90% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- 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. (Nov 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Mar 2013)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Katherine Clark on Environment
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Democrat (District 5):
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- State funds for open space preservation & industrial cleanup. (Nov 1994)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Bill Keating on Environment
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Democrat (District 9):
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- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (May 2012)
- Rated 88% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Mar 2013)
- Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Mar 2017)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Joe Kennedy III on Environment
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Democrat (District 4):
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- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Jim McGovern on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-3):
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- 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Sep 2012)
- Establish an International Conservation Strategy. (Jun 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Jun 2013)
- Sponsored educating humans about spaying, neutering, & adopting pets. (Jun 2013)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Jul 2013)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Seth Moulton on Environment
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Democratic Presidential Challenger (withdrawn); MA Rep.:
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- 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)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Richard Neal on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-2):
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- 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Sep 2012)
- Rated 88% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
- Declare a forest health emergency on federal lands. (Jan 1993)
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Ayanna Pressley on Environment
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Democrat (District 7):
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- Empower the EPA; strengthen clean air & water laws. (Jul 2018)
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John Tierney on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-6):
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- Voted NO 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Allow longer than 10 years to rebuild depleted fisheries. (Sep 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Jul 2012)
- Establish an International Conservation Strategy. (Jun 2012)
- Rated 88% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Apr 2014)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Richard Tisei on Environment
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Middlesex & Essex Republican (MA Senate):
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- Supported cuts in Water Management Act enforcement. (Jul 2003)
- Voted NO on reduced fees for blood lead level testing. (Jul 2003)
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Lori Trahan on Environment
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Democrat (District 3):
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- Hold responsible those who pollute the biosphere. (Oct 2018)
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Niki Tsongas on Environment
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Democrat:
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- 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)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Member of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Nov 2012)
- Rated 75% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Mar 2013)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Steve Grossman on Environment
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Democratic Challenger:
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- Grossman company uses sustainable energy, paper, & ink. (Dec 2013)
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Warren Tolman on Environment
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Bill Weld on Environment
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Republican presidential primary challenger:
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- I'm a lifelong environmentalist, like Theodore Roosevelt. (Sep 2019)
- 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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Elizabeth Warren on Environment
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Democratic Challenger:
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- Public service for 10,000 people on public lands. (Nov 2019)
- Help Native Americans continue stewardship of their lands. (Sep 2019)
- We need a Blue New Deal to protect our oceans and fisheries. (Sep 2019)
- 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. (Nov 2013)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)
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Steve Lynch on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-9):
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- Help Massachusetts fishermen as working class. (Mar 2013)
- Votes for regulating industry and investing in cleanup. (Sep 2001)
- Tax credits to promote clean air and water. (Aug 2001)
- 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 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Jun 2012)
- Rated 88% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored educating humans about spaying, neutering, & adopting pets. (Jun 2013)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Ed Markey on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-7):
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- Nuclear power is a very expensive way to boil water. (Nov 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Leader of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Apr 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored enforcing against illegal ocean fishing. (Jan 2013)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Tom Birmingham on Environment
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Democratic Challenger 2002:
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- $26 million for preserving open space. (Nov 2001)
- Supports brownfield cleanup. (Nov 2001)
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Paul Celucci on Environment
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Former Republican Governor (1999-2001):
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- Eliminate mercury releases by 2003. (Sep 2000)
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Chris Gabrieli on Environment
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Democratic 2006 Challenger:
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- Too much protecting environment & not enough adding housing. (Jun 2006)
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Kerry Healey on Environment
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Former GOP 2006 Challenger:
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- Fight new regulations that put fishermen out of business. (Sep 2006)
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Carla Howell on Environment
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| Libertarian Challenger Governor (MA); 2000 Challenger for Senate:
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Christy Mihos on Environment
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Former Independent Challenger 2006:
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- Cape Wind hurts fishing industry. (Sep 2006)
- Eliminate Mass Pike tolls; no MBTA fare increases. (Jul 2006)
- Extend Blue Line, Silver Line, and Attleboro Line. (Jul 2006)
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Shannon O'Brien on Environment
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Democratic Challenger 2002:
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- Increase economic incentives for a healthy environment. (Feb 2002)
- Implement measures that protect both health and environment. (Feb 2002)
- Planning for growth will protect environment. (Feb 2002)
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Robert Reich on Environment
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Former Dem. Challenger 2002, and Cabinet Sec'y:
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- Lawsuit-enforced monopoly on seeds led to tripling prices. (May 2016)
- Supports Smart Growth and protecting open space. (May 2002)
- World environmental agency should impose emissions rules. (Oct 2001)
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Tom Reilly on Environment
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| Former Dem. 2006 Challenger:
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Mitt Romney on Environment
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Former GOP Governor (2003-2006); Pres. candidate (2008):
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- FDA should collaborate with businesses they monitor. (Sep 2012)
- Clean Air & Water Acts are significantly out of date. (Sep 2012)
- Welcome input from fisherman to help protect fisheries. (Sep 2012)
- Mercury rule spends $10B to reduce $6M in pollution. (Sep 2012)
- Restored public confidence after 2006 Big Dig tragedy. (Jan 2012)
- Cross-border pollution matters; so build natural gas system. (Jan 2012)
- Opposed Cape Cod rail extension, but listened to all sides. (Nov 2011)
- OpEd: Scapegoated head of Mass Turnpike for Big Dig disaster. (Nov 2011)
- Replace "green jobs" program with American competitiveness. (Oct 2011)
- States should be able to have their own emissions standards. (Jan 2008)
- Response to Big Dig death shows how Romney handles crises. (Mar 2007)
- Lit mountain with Olympic rings while placating enviro’s. (Aug 2004)
- Clean environment will be a campaign theme. (Mar 2002)
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Grace Ross on Environment
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Former Green Challenger 2006:
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- Agriculture deserves more economic development attention. (Sep 2006)
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Jane Swift on Environment
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Former Republican Governor (2001-2002):
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- More state autonomy on brownfields & Superfund cleanups. (Aug 2001)
- Support State Revolving Loan Fund for flexible Clean Water. (Aug 2001)
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Peter Blute on Environment
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Republican Former (1994-) (District 3):
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- Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
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Kenneth Chase on Environment
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| Republican Challenger, 2004 Congressional candidate:
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Joe Kennedy on Environment
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| Democrat (until 1999) (District 8):
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Marty Meehan on Environment
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Democrat (Retired 2007) (District 5):
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- 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 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Joe Moakley on Environment
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Peter Torkildsen on Environment
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Jeff Beatty on Environment
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| Republican Senate challenger:
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Michael Capuano on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-8):
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- 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 90% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- 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. (Nov 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Mar 2013)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Bill Delahunt on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-10):
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- 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)
- 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)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Add polar bear & bluefin tuna to endangered species list. (May 2010)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Barney Frank on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-4):
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- 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 95% 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)
- Allow longer than 10 years to rebuild depleted fisheries. (Sep 2011)
- Rated 75% 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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Ted Kennedy on Environment
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Democratic Sr Senator (MA):
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- Voted NO on prohibiting eminent domain for use as parks or grazing land. (Dec 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 NO 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 89% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- EPA must do better on mercury clean-up. (Apr 2004)
- Celebrate the recovery of the bald eagle. (Jun 2008)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Paul Kirk on Environment
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Brian Macdonald on Environment
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Bob Massie on Environment
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Former Democratic Senate Challenger (2011):
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- Green Bank: capitalize on what nature provides us. (Aug 2017)
- Climate injustice is another form of social injustice. (Jun 2017)
- Integrate thinking: environment, transportation, & housing. (Jun 2017)
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Ed O`Reilly on Environment
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Democratic Senate Challenger:
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- Preservation of the basic resources for all life essential. (Nov 2007)
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Jim Ogonowski on Environment
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John Olver on Environment
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Democratic Representative (MA-1):
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- 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)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Jul 2012)
- Rated 75% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Stephen Pagliuca on Environment
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Jack Robinson on Environment
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Republican Challenger for Senate (MA):
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- Voted NO on more funding for forest roads and fish habitat. (Sep 1999)
- Voted YES on transportation demo projects. (Mar 1998)
- Voted NO on continuing desert protection in California. (Oct 1994)
- Voted YES on requiring EPA risk assessments. (May 1994)
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Kevin Scott on Environment
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Republican Challenger, previously Wakefield Selectman:
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- Expand recycling, promote energy efficiency. (Jan 2006)
- Chair of Wakefield Rails-to-Trails Committee. (Dec 2005)
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Bob Underwood on Environment
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Setti Warren on Environment
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Former Democratic Senate Challenger (2011):
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- Reinstate Lynn ferry service and extend the Blue Line. (May 2017)
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Jake Auchincloss on Environment
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| Democrat (District 4):
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Mo Cowan on Environment
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Democratic Appointee:
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- Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
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Joe L. Kennedy on Environment
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John Kerry on Environment
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Jr Senator (MA), Democratic nominee for President:
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- Minority communities more likely polluted than white areas. (Jan 2007)
- New environmentalists motivated by personal stewardship. (Jan 2007)
- Live by "Precautionary Principle": first, do no harm. (Jan 2007)
- Consumer convenience costs the planet a price. (Jan 2007)
- EPA limits on mercury emissions made sense. (Jan 2007)
- Minority communities more likely polluted than white areas. (Jan 2007)
- CWA is bedrock protection; but today it's in decline. (Jan 2007)
- The Clear Skies bill is Orwellian and makes things worse. (Oct 2004)
- Fact Check: Contaminated home uses city water, not bottled. (Dec 2003)
- Make environmental justice an EPA priority. (Oct 2003)
- Safeguard the environment and grow the economy. (Jun 2003)
- 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 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 NO 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)
- Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
- End commercial whaling and illegal trade in whale meat. (Jun 2001)
- Support UNCED Rio Declaration at 2002 conference. (Jul 2002)
- Rated 53% by the LCV, indicating a mixed record on environment. (Dec 2003)
- EPA must do better on mercury clean-up. (Apr 2004)
- Sponsored health impact bill for environmental health. (Apr 2006)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Sponsored ban on breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Sep 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
- Fund projects for international conservation of cranes. (Jan 2009)
- Fund studies of sustainable fisheries. (Oct 1996)
- Fund studies of invasive species and algal blooms. (Mar 1998)
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Alan Khazei on Environment
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Democratic Challenger:
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- More aggressive enforcement of environmental regulations. (Jul 2011)
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Alan Khazei on Environment
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Democratic (District 4):
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- More aggressive enforcement of environmental regulations. (Jul 2011)
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