On my lapel I wear a pin depicting a canary in a birdcage, given to me decades ago by a steelworker at a Workers’ Memorial Day rally in Lorain.
At the turn of the last century, coal miners took the canary down into the mines with them to warn them of poisonous gasses, because in those days, they didn’t have a union strong enough or a government that cared enough to look out for them.
When I first came to the Senate, I wore the official Senate pin for a couple of days, but it didn’t feel right. So I took it off and I put my canary pin back on. I’ve worn it every day since, and I’m not taking it off.
I will always believe that when you love this country, you fight for the people who make it work. I will never give up that fight.
Some ORGANIZING NEWS!
I'm very excited to announce the launch of https://t.co/sGKOYY5rGE -- our brand-new, one-stop shop for finding the highest priority events near you, joining our online communities, getting set up with our organizing tools, and more!
NEWS: NY Democratic lawmakers have a deal on new version of extended producer responsibility to reduce packaging and plastic waste
Support from @enckj (a key advocate) secured with removal/changes to some loopholes that were being considered by Senate
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Breaking News: The EPA will require over 200 chemical plants to curb the toxic pollutants they release into the air, the first such rule in nearly two decades. The regulation is aimed at reducing the risk of cancer for people living near industrial sites. https://t.co/wBeqxzeJz8
I didn't know Ryan well, but he was the sort of person that left an impression on everyone he met. Smart, kind, & completely magnetic -- an organizer's organizer, who brought infectious energy to every Zoom & 99 degree rally. I'm so sorry he's gone. May his memory be a blessing.
We are deeply saddened by the death of our friend, @ryantcarson of NYPIRG. Ryan was a passionate environmental champion whose enthusiasm was truly infectious. His personality and energy lit up the room & electrified many a rally. Ryan was a cherished colleague, collaborator, and friend to many of us at Beyond Plastics. Our hearts go out to his family, his partner, Claudia & our sisters and brothers at @NYPIRG He will always be with us.
Incredibly devastating news. Ryan was only 32 and an extraordinary environmental leader and a cherished friend. He lit up every room. Sending love to his family, his friends and his beloved colleagues at @NYPIRG
If you’re in NYC and able to drop off donations to the Roosevelt Hotel (46th and Vanderbilt), water and clothing are badly needed tonight and tomorrow. Every little bit makes a difference.
The scene at the Roosevelt Hotel is heartbreaking.
Everything is needed: food, water, wet wipes, gift cards, fans, sunscreen. 46th and Vanderbilt. Helping to welcome new New Yorkers takes minutes and means so much.
Help protect environmental justice communities and keep our air clean and healthy by sending your comment to @epa today using this great tool developed by our friends at @onlyone https://t.co/acfkHkFxqq #cleanair#beyondpetrochemicals
If you've wanted to help asylum seekers arriving in NYC, The Little Shop of Kindness opened today, across from Bryant Park. It's a lovely space, offering clothes, shoes, toys + books for kids -- they really need donations of underwear, menswear.
https://t.co/obpcDUQZfY
We’ve won some big victories for working families in Massachusetts and across the country, but there’s a lot more to do. So today I’m making it official: I’m running for re-election to keep up the fight.
We’re getting ready for our official side event against deep-sea mining at @OurOceanPanama! Join us at 17:15 in Caribe 2, and don’t forget to let us know you’re coming: https://t.co/uXF8q4n2gY
#DefendTheDeep#OurOceanPanama
We’re thrilled to attend @OurOceanPanama with so many incredible people and partners around the world. Follow along for updates over the next two days. #OurOceanPanama#ocean
Please join me in raising a diet Coke (or a Bud Light) to this exceptional news -- we're all lucky to have @RachelNPetri leading the charge for another six years of @SenSherrodBrown's leadership in the Senate. Beyond thrilled for these two bests of the bests.
.@SherrodBrown is a champion for all Ohioans and they know he is on their side. Thrilled to be serving in this role and ready to defend this seat and keep Sherrod fighting for our state.
Grateful to him and @ConnieSchultz for this opportunity. #OHSEN
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The @UNBiodiversity conference has ended with a landmark deal to protect 30% of the world's lands, coastal areas + inland waters. Our UN Video team wraps up #COP15montreal@UNEP#ForNature
Plastics are fossil fuels in another form & pose a serious threat to human rights, the climate & biodiversity.
As negotiations towards an agreement to #BeatPlasticPollution continue, I call on countries to look beyond waste and turn off the tap on plastic.