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  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
June 30, 2023 at 3:51 PM

This next month is crucial...

PFAS budget is going to the governor’s desk.   $125 million in PFAS funding is headed to the governor’s desk for signing Help us keep the pressure on legislators this month Hi John, Last night, the assembly voted to finalize the state budget, locking in a record breaking $125 million in funding to a…
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 27, 2023 at 8:41 PM

Sponsorship Opportunities: Green Tie Madison 2023

Join Wisconsin Conservation Voters for our ninth annual Green Tie, this time in Madison!. Dear John,  A lot has happened since our last annual Green Tie Gala in September 2022. We've elected conservation champions and saved our democracy...twice! We're working to make sure your voice and your issue…
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 26, 2023 at 6:14 PM

Milwaukee takes bold action on climate

City approves groundbreaking Climate and Equity Plan.. Dear John,  I am so excited to share with you some exciting news for Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the future of our climate. Last week, the Milwaukee Common Council approved the Milwaukee Climate and Equity Plan. This plan is the product of four ye…
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 14, 2023 at 4:50 PM

TAKE ACTION: Tell the EPA to curb pollution from fossil-fueled power plants

.   Tell the EPA: It’s Time to Tackle Power Plant Pollution  Hi John,  The EPA has just proposed new rules to limit carbon pollution and toxic mercury from fossil-fueled power plants. These steps are much needed and long overdue — new protections will lead to cleaner air, healthier communities, and …
  Jennifer Giegerich – Wisconsin Conserva · [email protected]
June 13, 2023 at 5:01 PM

PFAS hearing this Thursday – make your voices heard!

Act Now: Write your legislators to strengthen PFAS community grants legislation!.   Hi John,  Conservation voters have a huge opportunity right now to tackle PFAS pollution – but we need your help urgently to get it done! Thanks to your advocacy, we are getting closer to establishing a permanent pr…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
June 6, 2023 at 10:16 PM

John, this is our chance to act on PFAS.

PFAS legislation is moving quickly – now's the time to act..    After years of organizing and advocacy, conservation voters have a huge opportunity to pass a strong, equitable program to address PFAS contamination in our drinking water, but we need your support right now to ensure this happens.  Hi …
  Jennifer Giegerich – Wisconsin Conserva · [email protected]
June 3, 2023 at 3:01 PM

Re: PFAS Legislation is Moving – We Need Your Help!

Act Now: Write your legislators to strengthen PFAS community grants legislation!. John,  We need your voice. We have a huge opportunity to make real progress on PFAS pollution, but we need conservation voters like you to stand up for a strong, equitable solution to this problem.  If you’re able, ple…
  Jennifer Giegerich – Wisconsin Conserva · [email protected]
June 2, 2023 at 4:18 PM

PFAS Legislation is Moving – We Need Your Help!

Act Now: Write your legislators to strengthen PFAS community grants legislation!.   Hi John,  We’ve got a big opportunity right now to tackle PFAS pollution – but we need your help urgently to get it done! Thanks to your advocacy, we are getting closer to establishing a permanent program to help co…
  Anne Egan-Waukau – Wisconsin Conservati · [email protected]
May 26, 2023 at 1:48 PM

Students speak for the Manoomin (wild rice)

Students from the Menominee Tribal School make an impact on Conservation Lobby Day.   Students speak for the Manoomin Menominee Tribal School students made an impact on Conservation Lobby DayPosoh John, One of the best ways we can build power and make our voices heard is by being in the room and sha…
  Dee Sweet – Wisconsin Conservation Vote · [email protected]
May 25, 2023 at 5:15 PM

Hope to see you this weekend

Join me for the Creation Water Walk.Boozhoo John,  Did you see my last email? This weekend, I will be at the Creation Water Walk in Marinette and I hope you join me. Our water and our communities face threats, so now more than ever, we need to come together and walk for the water.  See you there,Dee…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
May 23, 2023 at 9:45 PM

PFAS Update: JFC proposes $125 million

Our work to get this funding to impacted communities is just beginning.   $125 million proposed for PFAS remediationHere’s what comes next… Hi John,  On Thursday, I was at the Joint Finance Committee (JFC) hearing late into the night waiting for committee members to vote on the amount of funding i…
  Dee Sweet – Wisconsin Conservation Vote · [email protected]
May 22, 2023 at 9:40 PM

Will you walk for the water this weekend?

Join me for the Creation Water Walk.   Join me as a water walker this weekendThe Creation Water Walk is this Saturday thru Monday Boozhoo John,  Our relationship with water is one of respect and reciprocity: the water gives of itself without fail, and we bear the responsibility to protect this sac…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
May 17, 2023 at 5:56 PM

URGENT: Take action before this week’s PFAS vote

Write your legislators to show support for the $106 million PFAS plan.John,  Did you see this email? If not, can you take action now and and send a message in support of Gov. Evers' PFAS plan in the state budget? The Joint Finance Committee is meeting on this critical issue THURSDAY!   Please send a…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
May 15, 2023 at 8:39 PM

Take action before this week’s PFAS vote

Write your legislators to show support for the $106 million PFAS plan.   Urge your legislators support $106 million for PFAS in the budget The vote is this Thursday!Hi John,  We just heard that the Joint Finance Committee is getting ready to vote on PFAS – most likely this Thursday, May 18. Thanks t…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation V · [email protected]
April 11, 2023 at 8:16 PM

In this new political reality, we need your voice...

…starting April 25 at Conservation Lobby Day.   Time to stand up for water. Together. Hi John,  Are you signed up for Conservation Lobby Day?  I’m so excited to experience my first Conservation Lobby Day with as many of you as possible. Sign up for free today and join me on Tuesday, April 25, for a …
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters – Jennifer · [email protected]
April 6, 2023 at 8:15 PM

Gov. Evers is coming to Conservation Lobby Day. Are you?

Holy cow, conservation voters! What an election! You elected Judge Janet Protasiewicz and restored balance to the Wisconsin Supreme Court on Tuesday. Incredible. Now let's meet up on April 25 for Conservation Lobby Day!.   Gov. Evers is coming! Are you?Don't miss out on Conservation Lobby Day. Hi J…
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
April 6, 2023 at 5:01 PM

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Your support helped us win a huge victory for conservation and democracy on Tuesday!. Dear John,We did it! What an incredible victory for our democracy, our environment, and so many other issues we care about!  With your support, we ran a record-breaking campaign this spring. Our team knocked on mor…
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
April 3, 2023 at 8:01 PM

Our spring election program re-cap...and a BIG thank you!

Here’s what you’ve made possible this spring.Dear John,  I just sent this message out to members who donated and volunteered for our spring election program. I wanted you to see it too. Will you join us as a monthly sustaining member? Protecting Wisconsin’s environment requires the important year-ro…
  Ryan Billingham – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
March 30, 2023 at 9:39 PM

We need to talk about Dan Kelly...

Election Day is less than a week away. If you haven’t voted yet, it’s time to make sure you have a plan to vote..   Election Day is less than a week away. If you haven’t voted yet, it’s time to make sure you have a plan to vote. Here are several resources you might find helpful.Hi John, it's time t…
  Erin Bloodgood – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
March 29, 2023 at 1:49 PM

John will you speak up for our waters?

Join us for Conservation Lobby Day.   Protect our waters and our health Join us for Conservation Lobby Day on April 25 Hi John,  A few weeks ago, I sat down with Cheryl Nenn of Milwaukee Riverkeeper, an organization we partner with in our work to protect clean water. We had a deep conservation about…
  Seth Hoffmeister – Wisconsin Conservatio · [email protected]
March 25, 2023 at 2:45 PM

The OTHER must-win race in Wisconsin

Help us re-elect climate champion Mayor Eric Genrich in Green Bay on April 4.. Your gift helps us put digital ads like this in front of Green Bay voters here in the home stretch.Dear John, Wisconsin’s Supreme Court election is getting national attention – for very good reason. But, there’s another …
  Ryan Billingham – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
March 22, 2023 at 12:20 AM

These community members are standing up to Foxconn and its enablers...

…it is high time the Foxconn fiasco ends..   On April 4, the future of the Foxconn debacle is on the ballot in Mount Pleasant. Your urgent gift today helps us fight to elect three endorsed candidates who will stand up to big polluters and put an end to the Foxconn farce.(Angela Major / WPR)Dear Joh…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation V · [email protected]
March 18, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Re: Legislators are listening. KEEP IT UP, John!

The momentum toward a PFAS-free Wisconsin is building. Your gift today help us keep up the fight..Hi John, Your voice as a conservation voter matters. Thanks to your advocacy, we’ve moved the needle on combating PFAS contamination in Wisconsin – and on Conservation Lobby Day, we have a huge opportun…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation V · [email protected]
March 16, 2023 at 6:25 PM

Legislators are listening. KEEP IT UP, John!

Your voice matters. Join us for Conservation Lobby Day on APril 25 to keep the momentum going!. Hi John, One of my favorite parts about lobbying is the opportunity to explore the Capitol, meet with legislators, and ask them questions about how they’re confronting Wisconsin’s biggest environmental ch…
  Casey Hicks – Wisconsin Conservation Vo · [email protected]
March 13, 2023 at 5:19 PM

They’re afraid of us

electing Judge Janet Protasiewicz. Hi John, Let’s come right out and say it: corporate polluters and right-wing extremists are afraid of us electing Judge Janet Protasiewicz to the Supreme Court on April 4.  They should be. They don’t want to be held accountable for the pollution they cause or the …
  Jennifer Williamson – Wisconsin Conserva · [email protected]
March 4, 2023 at 10:05 PM

One month out...

Please give today and help elect a new State Supreme Court justice.. Dear John,We have one month left until the April 4th Spring Election!  Wisconsin Conservation Voters IEC will be running one of the largest independent voter canvassing efforts -- possibly the largest in the state -- and we need y…
  Seth Hoffmeister – Wisconsin Conservatio · [email protected]
February 24, 2023 at 8:17 PM

Our Spring Election endorsements are in...

and we're already knocking on doors!. Hi John,  First off, thank you for voting in Tuesday’s primary contest. It’s clear you also got the word out! Turnout was historic for a winter primary. If you’re like me, you’re excited to work to get Judge Janet Protawiesicz elected as a Justice of the Wisco…
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
February 22, 2023 at 5:45 PM

What's next? Josh Kaul on the Wisconsin Supreme Court

After last night's election, we want to remind you about a special conservation on the upcoming Supreme Court election with Attorney General Josh Kaul on Thursday, February 23 at 5:30pm.. Dear John,  Conservation voters turned out in huge numbers in yesterday's primary election, sending a highly qu…
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
February 20, 2023 at 4:04 PM

Sign up to send postcards for the spring election

We want to send 5,000 postcards to voters across Wisconsin for a pro-conservation majority on the Supreme Court..   Dear John,  First, a quick reminder: voting tomorrow, February 21st is really important for the future of Wisconsin. You can learn more about why this election matters here, or make …
  Jennifer Giegerich – Wisconsin Conserva · [email protected]
February 17, 2023 at 4:10 PM

John I am fired up!

Conservation Lobby Day registration is open.   It's happening! Conservation Lobby Day is back Hi John, It’s happening!  Conservation Lobby Day is back and we are more excited than ever to see all you in Madison. This week, Gov. Evers released his 2023-25 Biennial Budget proposal and we now have the…
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
February 16, 2023 at 2:47 PM

We visited the White House, conservation voters...

.   This is our time to create the future we’ve dared to imagine. Hi John,  This morning I was proud to join Wisconsin leaders at the Communities in Action: Building a Better Wisconsin event at the White House to celebrate progress made by the Biden-Harris Administration and explore the ways we ca…
  Casey Hicks – Wisconsin Conservation Vot · [email protected]
February 14, 2023 at 11:12 PM

Re: Not panicked, but definitely concerned about the Feb. 21 primary

Make your plan to vote, check in with 10 of your friends, and support our GOTV campaign. John – With a week to go before the Feb. 21 primary, we’re doing all we can to turn out conservation voters to make sure we have a pro-conservation, pro-democracy state supreme court candidate on the ballot in t…
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation · [email protected]
February 11, 2023 at 5:15 PM

Re: Not panicked, but definitely concerned about the Feb. 21 primary

Make your plan to vote, check in with 10 of your friends, and support our GOTV campaign. John – We’re trying to reach 15,000 Wisconsinites before the spring primary on Feb. 21 to turn out conservation voters and ensure a pro-conservation and pro-democracy supreme court candidate is on the ballot in …
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
February 9, 2023 at 8:41 PM

Save the Date: Josh Kaul and the Wisconsin Supreme Court on 2/23

We are inviting you, as a Wisconsin Conservation Voters member, for a special conservation on the upcoming Supreme Court election with Attorney General Josh Kaul on Thursday, February 23 at 5:30pm.. Dear John,  The word is getting out, the Wisconsin Supreme Court election is the most important race…
  Kerry Schumann · [email protected]
February 7, 2023 at 9:01 PM

Not panicked, but definitely concerned about the Feb. 21 primary

Make your plan to vote, check in with 10 of your friends, and support our GOTV campaign. Hey John, Last week alone, I talked with three different friends who *always* vote. I was surprised to learn these proud, savvy voters didn’t know there was a primary election for State Supreme Court on Feb. …
  Seth Hoffmeister · [email protected]
February 2, 2023 at 2:30 PM

Help us fight voter suppression, John.

Our team is organizing around the state to fight back against racist voter suppression efforts and protect the freedom to vote for everyone who calls Wisconsin home.. John, are you tired of the same old voter suppression efforts again, and again, and again? Help us put a stop to this by supporting…
  Seth Hoffmeister · [email protected]
January 31, 2023 at 3:45 PM

Help us fight voter suppression, John.

Our team is organizing around the state to fight back against racist voter suppression efforts and protect the freedom to vote for everyone who calls Wisconsin home.. Help us fight back against Wisconsin Elections Commission member Robert Spindell’s grotesque, racist voter suppression efforts wit…
  Jennifer Giegerich · [email protected]
January 25, 2023 at 1:49 AM

Did you hear the news from Gov. Evers tonight?

I had to share as soon as possible!.   Gov. Tony Evers announced a major PFAS initiative! Hi John,  I just got back from the State Capitol where I attended the State of the State Address and had to share this fantastic news with you as soon as possible! In his address, Gov. Tony Evers announced a…
  Kerry Schumann · [email protected]
January 23, 2023 at 10:21 PM

A farewell to our good friend...

It’s with a heavy heart I deliver the news that we lost a great friend and ally on Jan. 1. . Hello John,  It’s with a heavy heart I deliver the news that we lost a great friend and ally on Jan. 1. Don Stirling, longtime conservation voter and board member, passed away on New Year’s Day and the new…
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
January 12, 2023 at 7:27 PM

🔥🔥Conservation Lobby Day is back 🔥🔥

Conservation Lobby Day is back! Save the date! Mark your calendars! .   Conservation Lobby Day is back!!!Save the date. Mark your calendars. Hi John,  Conservation Lobby Day is back!!! I usually don’t write with so many exclamation points, but I can’t hide my excitement for our most impactful day…
  Jennifer Giegerich · [email protected]
January 9, 2023 at 6:50 PM

Will you share your voice with Gov. Evers?

Sign up for the governor’s listening sessions.   Join Gov. Evers’ Budget Listening Sessions Hi John,  It’s the new year and we’re already hard at work making sure our conservation priorities are in the governor’s 2023-25 biennial budget. But we also need you to share your voice during one of Gov. …
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
January 6, 2023 at 9:53 PM

Hey John, time to fix the gerrymander...

We re-elected Gov. Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul, but we have very important work ahead of us.. Hi John,  Happy 2023,John! Wow, what a year. We just posted some of the many successes we had and progress we made last year on our website. Check out what you accomplished here! These big…
  Kerry Schumann · [email protected]
December 27, 2022 at 2:45 PM

Looking back on our best moments together in 2022

Wow. What a year. As we say goodbye to 2022 and welcome 2023, I wanted to make sure you know what an incredible year you made possible. . Hi John,  Wow. What a year. As we say goodbye to 2022 and welcome 2023, I wanted to make sure you know what an incredible year you made possible. As we turn t…
  Evan Arnold · [email protected]
November 29, 2022 at 11:21 PM

Re: John, this Giving Tuesday, renew your commitment to a clean energy future for Wisconsin.

Your membership supports a just and equitable transition away from fossil fuels.. John –Giving Tuesday is almost over, but there’s still time to make your gift count for Wisconsin’s future. Support Wisconsin Conservation Voters with a convenient and affordable monthly gift that sustains our work ye…
  Jennifer Williamson · [email protected]
November 29, 2022 at 3:16 PM

John, this Giving Tuesday, renew your commitment to a clean energy future for Wisconsin.

Your membership supports a just and equitable transition away from fossil fuels..  This Giving Tuesday, give the gift of a clean energy future for Wisconsin. Give today! Dear John,Giving Tuesday is here – and so is your opportunity to support Wisconsin’s clean energy future! This Giving Tuesday co…
  Kerry Schumann · [email protected]
November 9, 2022 at 7:08 PM

Gov. Evers: “We're gonna polka tonight and get back to work tomorrow!”

You did it. Thank you..   “We're gonna polka tonight and get back to work tomorrow!” – Gov. Tony Evers Hi John,  You did it! Yesterday’s re-election of Gov. Tony Evers shows the collective impact we can have. From your generous gifts to your actions to your vote – this win is yours. Thank you!  No…
  Casey Hicks · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 10:45 PM

You can vote if you're in line by 8 p.m.

Vote today!. Hey John,  Just a quick reminder that the polls close at 8 p.m. tonight and you can vote at your polling location as long as you're in line by 8 p.m.   Also, remember that we likely won't know unofficial election results until the early hours of the day after the election or even later…
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 1:47 PM

John, it’s Election Day!

Turn out today for a brighter tomorrow..   It’s Election Day! The polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. John,  It’s Election Day! Make your voice count today, and vote for a brighter, cleaner, more equitable Wisconsin.  All of our hard work – calling voters across the state, knocking on doors, and …
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 1:49 AM

Tomorrow is Election Day, and you can make the difference...

Your vote tomorrow is critical..   Tomorrow, Nov. 8, is Election Day! The polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. John,  Tomorrow is Election Day. A brighter, cleaner, more equitable Wisconsin is only possible if we vote.  This election will shape our future. This is the culmination of all our hard w…
  Ryan Billingham · [email protected]
November 5, 2022 at 3:12 PM

Your vote moves us closer to victory...

Complacency is the true enemy of freedom. Dear John, It’s easy to become complacent when subjected to the constant negative hum of political attack ads. Maybe you’ve heard a friend or relative say: “They’re all jerks anyway, so who cares?” Maybe you’ve thought that! We’ve certainly heard that sent…