The EPA is accepting public comments on the issue of air quality standards until April 17th.  Air quality is not a political issue; it is a most basic human issue.  It is critical that Administrator Johnson hear from all of us who care about the quality of the air that we breathe each and every day.  The Bush administration needs to hear loud and clear that it's time to stop catering to corporate polluters and start protecting public health and the environment.

Sample Letter for Campaign

Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,

I urge you to follow the recommendations of health science experts and set new particle pollution standards at levels that protect public health. Unfortunately, the standards the EPA recently proposed would jeopardize the health and safety of Americans across the country.

The science is clear. As you know, particle pollution in the air causes serious health problems, including tens of thousands of premature deaths, increased use of medications, missed school days, emergency room visits, strokes, and heart problems. Millions of Americans are at risk from particle pollution, especially those with asthma and other chronic lung diseases, children, seniors, and those with cardiovascular disease or diabetes.

Please set a standard that conforms with the Clean Air Act and protects public health. The standard should be set to the strongest recommendations of your scientific advisory panels.

Thank you for considering my comments.

Sincerely,

Campaign Launched:
April 13, 2006