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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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

November 6, 2020 at 11:01 PM

John, deep breath...and Oregon results

  Hey John, If it feels like you have been holding your breath, you are not alone. Across Oregon, and across the country (very possibly the world), so many of us have been anxiously awaiting election results. “Too close to call” sounds like the status of our…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 3:02 PM

The shortest email you'll ever receive from us...

  Hey John, This is most likely the shortest email you’ll ever get from us: we just wanted to remind you that you can find a ballot drop box near you here and that you have until 8pm tonight to vote in this critical election for our future. Also don't forget…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 8:47 PM

John, here’s how you can help before election day tomorrow!

  Hey John, Tomorrow is the big day—election day! Here in Oregon, we’re seeing a historically high turnout of voters, with almost 2 million ballots already received. Is yours one of them? If you haven’t voted yet, this is your last chance: you have until 8pm…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 31, 2020 at 5:00 PM

FWD - A scary story.

Happy Halloween!Hey John, Happy Halloween! I just wanted to remind you that this is your last weekend to vote! Ballots need to be turned in to a ballot box by 8pm on Tuesday, November 3rd. So, if you haven't already, please check out our endorsements for environmental champions, fill out your ballot…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 28, 2020 at 4:30 PM

A scary story.

Just in time for Halloween...   Hey John, Halloween is coming up this Saturday, but there’s something much scarier on my mind: Oregon’s future. I grew up here in Oregon, and throughout my 27 years I’ve watched extreme wildfires, prolonged drought, and summer …

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

October 22, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Filling out your ballot? Here are the environmental champs in your area!

  Hey John, The countdown is on: Election Day is less than two weeks away! And every day from now through November 3rd is critical for getting out the vote and helping create a better future for Oregon.  Ballots were mailed out last week, and Oregon is alrea…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

October 16, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Take Action: Ban Chlorpyrifos in Oregon!

  Dear John, In 2019, a helicopter flew over eight-year-old Honor La Barge’s house in Silverton, Oregon, and sprayed their property with chlorpyrifos, a dangerous insecticide meant for the neighbor’s Christmas tree farm. That night, Honor developed a fever, …

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

October 15, 2020 at 7:08 PM

OR Senators Kim Thatcher & Tim Knopp Named to National “Dirty Dozen in the States” List

  Dear John, National League of Conservation Voters just named Senators Kim Thatcher and Tim Knopp to their “Dirty Dozen in the States” List, which highlights the worst environmental candidates in the nation at the state and local level.  Help us defeat two of 2020’…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

October 14, 2020 at 9:31 PM

What’s at stake this election (and who to vote for!)

OLCV Endorsements are ready for you!   Hey John, With the election less than three weeks away, and ballots on their way to voters, young people are speaking out with an urgent message: this election is critical for their future.  After watching last week’s Yo…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 9, 2020 at 2:01 PM

FWD: Facebook Live Event TONIGHT Featuring Youth Climate Activists

Dear John, I just wanted to remind you to tune into Facebook Live at 4:30pm this afternoon for one of the highlights of Climate Action Week: a special Facebook Live event featuring youth climate activists! To watch, head over to the OLCV Facebook page at 4:30pm! In honor of Youth Climate Action Day…

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  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]

October 7, 2020 at 4:02 PM

John, care about this election? Here’s how you can help this week.

  Dear John, As we head into day three of Climate Action Week, I’m so grateful for all the amazing volunteers who showed up to take action so far! There’s still time to join in and help get pro-climate candidates elected: sign up here! We got things started …

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

October 6, 2020 at 6:51 PM

Help us elect these pro-environment candidates

  Dear John, Oregonians will start receiving their ballots next week. There’s a lot at stake for Oregon’s people and places this election. Please make an urgent contribution to the OLCV PAC today and help us elect pro-environment candidates in races from loc…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 5, 2020 at 3:02 PM

Take Action: Climate Action Week Starts TODAY!

  Dear John, Today marks the first day of Climate Action Week! Here’s how it works: between today and Sunday (October 5th through October 11th), there will be fun phone banking opportunities and online actions you can participate in each day. You can sign up…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

October 3, 2020 at 2:00 AM

OLCV Book Club’s Next Book!

  Dear John, Wow, things have been busy here at OLCV! With the election coming up, we’ve been so focused on helping elect climate champions that I’m only just now getting back to you about the OLCV Book Club! A few weeks ago (or, um, maybe a month ago), I as…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

September 30, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Protect 300,000 Acres of Coastal Forest!

  Dear John, We need your help to protect the Tillamook and Clatsop State Forests! Next week, on October 6th, the Board of Forestry is voting on whether or not to move forward with a plan that would protect 300,000 acres of state forestland. Send an email an…

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  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]

September 28, 2020 at 10:31 PM

FWD: John, will you join us for Climate Action Week?

Dear John, The election is just over a month away! Can you believe it? Time is really flying by. Usually I'd be out knocking on doors right now, asking community members to vote for the pro-climate leaders Oregon so desperately needs. Instead, we're spreading the word digitally this year during Clim…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 6:26 PM

The election is 40 days away, help us elect environmental champions

  Dear John, The 2020 General Election is only 40 days away. We are in the final push to elect pro-environment candidates in important races from local to statewide. Will you help us get our endorsed candidates across the finish line by making a contribution…

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  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 8:30 PM

A quick question for you, John, on National Voter Registration Day!

A new survey question for you...   Dear John, It’s been a while since we sent out our first and second member survey questions, but we’ve been saving the third for a special occasion...National Voter Registration Day! Today, on National Voter Registration Day…

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 1:14 AM

Congratulations Vacasa Raffle Winners!

Thank you to everyone who entered our Vacasa raffle! The five lucky winners are: Jonathan Poisner, Nova Newcomer, Walt Mintkeski, Allen Hancock, and Mary Scurlock. You will all be receiving a $1000 Vacasa gift certificate! We will be contacting you directly with information on how …

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Announcing the Nature Nearby Photo Contest winners!

  Dear John, As this difficult week comes to an end, I wanted to send you something to help cheer you up—the winners of the OLCV Nature Nearby Photo Contest! Since early last week, most of us have been staying inside to avoid the intense wildfire smoke. Yest…

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  April Christenson · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 1:01 PM

Last chance: enter to win a $1000 Vacasa gift certificate!

  Dear John, Thank you to everyone who attended our Virtual Annual Celebration for the Environment last Friday! I am happy to report that it was a big success. With the help of generous supporters like you we can continue to fulfill our mission: protecting…

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  Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 12:31 AM

Stand up to fossil fuel interests at an Oregon Climate Action Plan town hall!

  Dear John, We need your help protecting the Oregon Climate Action Plan (OCAP) from the fossil fuel industry! In two weeks, join us for a virtual town hall hosted by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, and speak up in support of a strong climate…

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  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]

September 17, 2020 at 1:20 AM

John, will you join us for Climate Action Week?

  Dear John, Our hearts are with everyone who has been affected by the wildfires—those who have lost homes, communities, and family members. We know it can be hard to think about the future right now, especially when we know these fires are a symptom of some…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

September 15, 2020 at 7:02 PM

Wildfire resources and how you can help

  Dear John, As a supporter of OLCV, we count on you to help when we need you—emailing your legislators, helping elect climate champions, donating to support our work, and more. This email is different. Today, we’re turning our attention to an issue weighing…

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  Doug Moore · [email protected]

September 11, 2020 at 8:34 PM

TONIGHT: OLCV's (Virtual) Annual Celebration

Dear John, Today is a day of celebration for our organization—our Annual Celebration for the Environment, our biggest fundraising event and party of the year. But it’s hard to feel like celebrating right now when our state is battling a devastating and unprecedented wildfire emerge…

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  Francesca Varela · [email protected]

September 10, 2020 at 9:30 PM

John, here's how you can participate in Welcoming Week!

  Dear John, Did you know that next week is Welcoming Week? This nationwide event invites us to stand in solidarity with immigrant and refugee communities, and to make connections to build stronger and more inclusive communities.  As the daughter of an immig…

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