We successfully pressured Biden into establishing a White House Office of Domestic Climate Policy and National Climate Task Force, and so much more. Will you chip in $3 right now to help us keep holding Biden accountable? |
John, yesterday Joe Biden announced significant action to combat the climate crisis. This major victory includes:
The establishment of a White House Office of Domestic Climate Policy and National Climate Task Force with the full mandate and scope of powers and authority we partnered with Sunrise Movement and called for in an Office of Climate Mobilization;
The creation of “Civilian Climate Corps” modeled after the New Deal’s Civilian Conservation Corps through executive action to put Americans to work in government jobs tackling the climate crisis;
Working alongside environmental justice leaders and communities to ensure a whole-of-government approach to Environmental Justice and assuring that 40% of climate investments go to frontline communities.
Using the federal government's power of the purse to raise labor standards while spurring production of 100% clean energy technology;
Working alongside farmers to create jobs in sustainable agriculture and wealth in rural America; ensuring economic development and a just transition for fossil fuel communities;
And aggressively pursuing renewable energy development while putting all fossil fuel leasing on federal lands and waters under review and stopping all new leasing;
Right now, Joe Biden is collaborating with the grassroots movements that delivered him the presidency. These are positive steps, but we have so much more work to do, including ending the filibuster.
After years of pushing Democratic Party leaders to embrace a more aggressive agenda on climate, inequality, and systemic racism, progressives are beginning to be heard. Thank you for all of your activism.
In solidarity,
Justice Democrats
Do not worry if you cannot afford to make a contribution — we understand that this is a difficult time. If you’re struggling, you can find a food bank here. We appreciate everything you do to keep our movement strong. Please stay informed and follow the most up-to-date recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and your state public health department. |