Adam Kane · [email protected]

May 19, 2021 at 10:09 PM

Why we need wildfire resilient communities

  Dear John, During the 2020 Labor Day fires, my family and I had to flee our home because of a fast-approaching wildfire threatening life and property. Having to leave wasn’t even the worse part. My grandma, mother, and I all have chronic breathing problems…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

May 13, 2021 at 7:00 PM

Help Limit Big Timber’s Undue Influence in Oregon!

  Dear John, Passing HB 2357 A, the bill to reform the Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI), is the best thing we can do this legislative session to limit the undue influence of the timber industry in Oregon. Will you ask your state legislators to vote Y…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

May 12, 2021 at 5:42 PM

Urgent: help us stop these major threats

  Dear John,  Right now, there are several bad bills moving through the legislature that threaten the progress we’ve made for Oregon’s land, air, water, people, and places. We need your help now to stop them before they rollback protections we’ve worked so h…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

May 11, 2021 at 6:38 PM

Energy Affordability Act Heading to Final Senate Vote!

  Dear John, One of our priority bills, The Oregon Energy Affordability Act, has passed the House and is heading to its final vote in the Senate! HB 2475A centers environmental justice and helps provide much-needed relief to those struggling to pay higher en…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

May 8, 2021 at 3:01 PM

Fwd: URGENT: Stop ODOT’s “hazard” tree removal!

Dear John, I wanted to make sure you saw this message from Doug, our executive director, about putting an immediate halt to the Oregon Department of Transportation’s roadside hazard tree removal program.  We have learned from OPB and Oregonian articles, as well as compelling testim…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

May 6, 2021 at 3:00 PM

URGENT: Stop ODOT’s “hazard” tree removal!

  Dear John,  As I am writing you, ODOT is allowing clearcuts of healthy trees, including old growth, along Oregon’s roads as part of the emergency response to the Labor Day fires last year. ODOT hired out of state contractors, some of whom have no experienc…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

April 27, 2021 at 5:52 PM

Fwd: We heart 100% Clean Energy; do you?

  Dear John, The 100% Clean Energy for All Act is one of our top priorities for a healthy Oregon this legislative session and I wanted to make sure you had a chance to support it today. This is a must-pass bill which will help ensure a just transition to clean energy for all, while…

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 7:11 PM

Donate today & have your gift matched!

  Dear John,  Today only: in honor of Earth Day, a generous donor has offered to match all donations to OLCV. Give today and double your gift’s impact>> For over 50 years, Earth Day has been a day for people around the world to come together to advocat…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

April 21, 2021 at 2:00 PM

We heart 100% Clean Energy; do you?

  Hi John, What if by 2040 or sooner all our electricity was from 100% clean energy? It’s entirely achievable, absolutely necessary, and now is the time to get started. Are you in? If you think Oregon should make 100% clean energy a reality, then join us in …

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

April 16, 2021 at 7:02 PM

Did you know America's most endangered river is in the PNW?

  Hi John, Have you spent time at a river lately? Or have cherished memories of time spent out on a river or alongside on the riverbank? Rivers are a constant throughout our lives, but not only as childhood playgrounds or peaceful escapes. They are also crit…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

April 15, 2021 at 9:23 PM

Help make Oregon's Budget Green

  Dear John, The Oregon Legislature is currently considering how to balance the state budget and use federal funds from the congressional stimulus package — and we need your help to ensure legislators prioritize investments that will deliver an equitable, gr…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

April 9, 2021 at 10:43 PM

Tell your lawmakers to support the Healthy Homes Bill (HB 2842)

  Dear John, The pandemic has led to all of us spending a lot of time at home to help keep our friends, families, and neighbors safe. This has made it extremely clear how important it is for everyone to have a healthy home: when homes are drafty and poorly i…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

April 6, 2021 at 10:15 PM

Fwd: Help Oregon Get To 100% Clean Energy!

Dear John, We have an exciting update on the 100% Clean Energy For All Act (HB 2021)! The latest amendments to the bill (the -5 and -9 amendments) include everything we are looking for to create good quality jobs and an equitable and just transition to a clean energy future by 2040. We…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

April 1, 2021 at 7:38 PM

Help Oregon Get To 100% Clean Energy!

  Dear John, Great news! Oregon has an opportunity to reach 100% clean energy! House Bill 2021—The 100% Clean Energy For All Act—would put us on a path toward climate justice and a livable future for our kids. Will you help us pass 100% Clean by signing on t…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

March 31, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Fwd: Major Threat Alert: SB 16 heading to Senate Floor Vote!

Dear John, I wanted to make sure you saw my message from earlier this week about a “Major Threat” bill that’s heading to a vote in the state senate today!  Senate Bill 16 (SB 16) would set a dangerous precedent by waiving state land use laws by allowing high end housing to be built…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

March 29, 2021 at 9:22 PM

Major Threat Alert: SB 16 heading to Senate Floor Vote!

  Dear John, Oregon is the place we love today in large part because of our land use laws. It’s why we have our open spaces, farmlands, forests, and other breath-taking Oregon landscapes. However, critical protections are at risk of serious rollbacks because…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

March 15, 2021 at 9:10 PM

Vote tomorrow on OR Energy Affordability Act!

  Dear John, Tomorrow, the Oregon House is voting on one of our priority bills! The Oregon Energy Affordability Act, House Bill 2475A, centers environmental justice and helps provide much-needed relief to those struggling to pay higher energy bills. Please e…

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  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]

February 26, 2021 at 8:47 PM

Fwd: RSVP Today for OLCV/OCN Virtual Lobby Day on March 24th

Hi John, The OLCV/OCN Virtual Lobby Day is less than a month away! Can you join us? March 24th is going to be a great day for Oregon's environmental community. In the morning we will have amazing guest speakers, a briefing on the top environmental bills of the session, and a training o…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

February 25, 2021 at 9:15 PM

Help us pass our priorities this session

  Dear John, Every session, OLCV works to pass pro-environment legislation and stop bills that threaten the health of our communities and environment. Even though we can’t be at the Capitol in person this year, our work continues. We are still here every day…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

February 22, 2021 at 9:29 PM

RSVP Today for OLCV/OCN Virtual Lobby Day on March 24th

  Dear John, On March 24th, Oregon’s environmental community is going to make a big, virtual splash! It’s a virtual grassroots lobby day with Oregon lawmakers! Can you join us? The OLCV/OCN Lobby Day gives you the chance to meet with your lawmakers and make …

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

February 18, 2021 at 7:59 PM

JUST RELEASED: LCV’s National Environmental Scorecard

  See how Oregon’s leaders in Congress voted to protect our health, air, and water in LCV’s 2020 National Environmental Scorecard >> John — 2020 was a challenging and unprecedented year. To fully grasp how our elected officials responded to the multipl…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

February 11, 2021 at 12:48 AM

Fwd: Tell Governor Brown: No Exemptions for Natural Gas Power Plants

  Dear John, I wanted to make sure you saw this message asking Governor Brown to ensure natural gas power plants are held accountable for their pollution, which contributes significantly to climate change.  As the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is beginning to imp…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

February 5, 2021 at 7:49 PM

Fwd: Just Released: OCN’s Priorities for a Healthy Oregon

  Dear John, I wanted to make sure you got the news about the Oregon Conservation Network (OCN) Priorities for a Healthy Oregon. Every year OCN selects three to five (or more) priorities to focus on during the legislative session. With the power of our 35 organization network we kn…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

January 31, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Accountability for Rep. Hernandez

  Dear John, I need your help again to speak up and urge accountability for inappropriate behavior by someone in power. Can you take a minute to help? OLCV has joined a growing list of elected officials, organizations, and other individuals who work in and a…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

January 30, 2021 at 12:01 AM

Tell Governor Brown: No Exemptions for Natural Gas Power Plants

  Dear John, Natural gas power plants are some of the biggest climate polluters in Oregon. And yet, the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) wants to give them a free pass by exempting them from the Climate Protection Program. Tell Governor Brown: natur…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

January 28, 2021 at 10:30 PM

Tell Your State Representative: Expel Rep. Nearman from Office

  Dear John, In an eerie foreshadowing of the January insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, a group of white nationalists and far-right extremists attacked the Oregon State Capitol on December 21st. Wielding pitchforks, pepper spray, and Trump flags, they assaul…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

January 26, 2021 at 6:02 PM

Just Released: OCN’s Priorities for a Healthy Oregon

  Dear John, The legislative session started last week, and that means it’s time to take action, and start crafting a better future for Oregon. This session may be a little different—weeks after an attempted coup at the nation's Capitol, and a break-in at th…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

January 22, 2021 at 12:00 AM

John, don’t miss the Oregon Climate Bills 2021 Webinar!

  Dear John, Do you want to learn more about the three climate bills we’re working to pass this year, and find out how you can get involved?  Next Wednesday, our friends at Electrify Now are hosting a free online presentation where you’ll get a behind-the-sc…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

January 19, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Kicking off the 2021 session with climate action

  Dear John, The 2021 legislative session starts today. Help us tell lawmakers: climate legislation is still unfinished business, and needs to be a priority this year! We haven’t forgotten how both the 2019 and 2020 sessions ended—how Republican lawmakers sh…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

January 11, 2021 at 5:00 PM

FWD: John, you’re invited to join the Town Hall Team!

Dear John, Today’s a big day: Oregon’s state senators and representatives are being sworn in and getting ready to take office. Do you know who’s representing you in the state capitol? With the legislative session just aheadーit starts next week!ー there's no better time to find out. One great way to …

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

January 8, 2021 at 6:02 PM

You’re Invited! OLCV Book Club: Spring 2021

  Hey John, I hope you had a wonderful holiday season! If one of your new year’s resolutions is to read more in 2021, or to learn more about the environment, you’re in luck: OLCV’s Environmental Book Club is back for 2021!  Whether or not you’ve attended our…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

January 8, 2021 at 12:31 AM

Statement on Insurrection in U.S. Capitol

  Dear John, Yesterday's call to violence by Trump and insurrection by Trump supporters was nothing less than a failed coup d’etat. There must be immediate consequences or we will face further escalation into violence and efforts to subvert our government an…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 9:18 PM

Help us start 2021 strong

  Today is the last day to use your Oregon Political Tax Credit. Click here to find out if you are eligible and donate. Dear John, As we reach the end of this challenging year, I’m reflecting on what it has meant for OLCV and our work.  Back in early March, …

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 9:05 PM

Fwd: Deadline: 12/31/20

Hi John, I wanted to make sure that you saw Doug's email from yesterday. Tomorrow is the last day to use your Political Tax Credit. If you're eligible, you can give $50 or $100 to OLCV PAC and get it back at tax time. Click here to find out if you're eligible and donate. Thanks for all…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 12:31 AM

Deadline: 12/31/20

  Dear John, The deadline to use your Political Tax Credit is this Thursday, December 31st, at midnight. If you're eligible, you can give $50 ($100 for couples filing jointly) to the OLCV PAC and get it back when you file your taxes.  You are eligible if: Y…

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  State Senator-elect Deb Patterson · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 12:55 AM

Together, we can accomplish so much

  Dear John, In a few days, I will begin my term representing Senate District 10, which includes Salem and surrounding communities. I ran for office because I believe that all Oregonians should have access to quality, affordable healthcare; because we need e…

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  OLCV · [email protected]

December 25, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Happy Holidays from all of us at OLCV

Happy Holidays from all of us at OLCV — As we near the end of this challenging year, we hope that you and your loved ones are well, and that you are able to find some joy in the little things this holiday season.  Thank you so much for being part of our team. Our work protecting Or…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

December 23, 2020 at 9:44 PM

11 reasons to support OLCV...

  The deadline to use your Political Tax Credit is midnight on Dec. 31st. If you’re eligible, you can give $50 ($100 for couples filing jointly) to OLCV PAC and get it back when you file your taxes. Click here to find out if you’re eligible and donate. Dear John…

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

December 20, 2020 at 9:00 PM

Time is running out to use your Political Tax Credit

  Dear John, The deadline to use your Political Tax Credit is December 31st! If you're eligible, you can give $50 ($100 for couples filing jointly) to the OLCV PAC and get it back when you file your taxes.  You are eligible if: You are an Oregon resident. Y…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

December 17, 2020 at 8:01 PM

Fwd: We need groups like OLCV more than ever

Dear John, Did you see this email from Secretary of State-elect Shemia Fagan?  OLCV PAC builds resources from grassroots supporters like you and invests them in electing environmental champions like Shemia. You can support this important work by using your Political Tax Credit to give …

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

December 16, 2020 at 11:00 PM

Speak up for clean energy!

  Dear John, The 2020 election made one thing clear: Oregonians overwhelmingly voted in support of climate action. Across the state, voters elected pro-climate candidates and re-elected climate champions. Now, as we move toward the 2021 Legislative Session, …

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  Secretary of State-elect Shemia Fagan · [email protected]

December 15, 2020 at 3:00 PM

We need groups like OLCV more than ever

  Dear John, This November, I was elected to serve as Oregon’s next Secretary of State. I’m a proud lifelong Oregonian, who grew up in Dufur and The Dalles. Before running for Secretary of State, I served in both the Oregon House and Senate. I ran for Secret…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

December 11, 2020 at 8:03 PM

2020 by the numbers

  Have you used your Political Tax Credit yet this year? It’s a $50 donation ($100 for couples filing jointly) that you can give to OLCV PAC and get it back when you file your taxes! Click here to donate. Dear John, The 2020 election was unlike any other, in…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

December 10, 2020 at 10:01 PM

John, you’re invited to join the Town Hall Team!

  Dear John, Now that the election is over, Oregon’s state senators and representatives are getting ready for the 2021 Legislative Sessionーand so are we. We’ll stop at nothing to make sure that the next generation inherits clean air, clean water, healthy for…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

December 7, 2020 at 11:00 PM

You helped elect these climate champs

  Have you used your Political Tax Credit yet this year? It’s a $50 donation ($100 for couples filing jointly) that you can give to OLCV PAC and get it back when you file your taxes! Click here to donate. Hi John, In 2019 and again earlier this year, Republi…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

December 5, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Have you used your Political Tax Credit?

  Dear John, Do you know about Oregon’s Political Tax Credit? Eligible Oregonians can give $50 (individual) or $100 (couples filing jointly) to the OLCV PAC and get it back when they file their taxes.  You are eligible if: You are an Oregon resident. You wi…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 6:01 PM

John, the Elliott State Forest needs your help!

  Dear John, The Elliott State Forest needs your help! We’ve stood up for the Elliott time and time again, banding together to protect this priceless old-growth forest from being illegally logged and sold to private timber companies. Now, the State Land Boar…

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  Morgan Bechtold-Enge · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 12:04 AM

Have your Giving Tuesday gift to OLCV doubled

  Dear John,   There’s still time to make a Giving Tuesday donation to OLCV and have your gift matched! Click here to donate. If you give $100 or more, you’ll be entered to win an OLCV swag bag! I’m sure that, like mine, your inbox is very full today! There are a lot of great cause…

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Please support OLCV this Giving Tuesday

  Today only: Donate to OLCV and your gift will be doubled! Plus, all donors who give $100 or more will be entered to win an OLCV swag bag! Dear John, During this incredibly difficult year, what has been giving you hope? For me, it’s young people, includin…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

November 13, 2020 at 11:01 PM

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it: protect Oregon’s Bottle Bill

  Hey John, Here in Oregon, we know a thing or two about recycling. For almost 50 years, the Bottle Bill has encouraged people to recycle glass, metal, and plastic bottles, while raising money for better recycling initiatives. Other states have long looked u…

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