John,
On Feb 24, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case to determine if the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) can cross the Appalachian trail. This is the first time the Supreme Court has heard a case about a pipeline in years — and a major opportunity to put a meaningful check on the power of pipelines and the fossil fuel industry.
While lawyers make their case to the Justices inside the courtroom, our people-powered movement will demonstrate that a majority of the public outside the court wants a check on the power of fossil fuel and pipeline companies.
With the undue influence that fossil fuel and pipeline companies have currently, it is critical that we unify our movement through escalated action against all pipelines and let our position be known to the Supreme Court and the public.
Like all pipelines, the Atlantic Coast Pipeline is a disaster in the making. If built, the ACP would produce emissions equal to 20 coal plants a year. The project would also require 38 miles of mountaintop removal, devastating countless communities including the African American community of Union Hill, Virginia and the homes of 30,000 Indigenous people across North Carolina.
There will be roles and responsibilities available for anyone interested. To make it possible for as many people to participate as possible, we’ll organize a communal breakfast, prayer vigil, and briefing before our rally.
See you at the Supreme Court,
Ju-Hyun
PS - We also welcome your participation with shared travel, housing and other arrangements. Let us know on the form if you need assistance or are interested in helping.
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