Greetings,

As momentous as 2008 was, the future of conservation policies in Virginia will be shaped by the 2009 Elections. That's right...2009! 

Conservation candidates enjoyed great success in Virginia in 2008.  Since then, we have all witnessed the great efforts of President Obama and others, like Congressmen Periello, to begin to reverse the devastating effects of climate change. 

 

On November 3, 2009, Virginians will go to the polls to elect a new Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General and all 100 House of Delegates members.

 

We need your help to elect a Conservation Majority on November 3rd! SIGN UP TODAY!

 

·      The Virginia League of Conservation Voters has endorsed Creigh Deeds for Governor, Jody Wagner for Lieutenant Governor and Steve Shannon for Attorney General.

 

·      Our endorsed candidates include incumbent conservation champions locked in tough reelection campaigns like Joe Bouchard (HD-83, Virginia Beach) and Margi Vanderhye (HD-34, McLean).  They need our help!

 

·      We will also be working to elect exciting challengers, like Greg Werkheiser (HD-42, Springfield) whose energy and passion are what electing a conservation majority is all about!

 

The 2009 Election will determine whether a new clean energy economy takes hold in Virginia.  It will determine whether we will create new green jobs through investments in efficiency and renewable energy or whether we will continue "business as usual."

 

What Can I Do to Help Elect a Conservation Majority?

 

·      Donate to VALCV PAC and help our endorsed candidates

·      Volunteer: Be a "Conservation Ambassador" with a campaign near you. You can also help candidates right from your home.

 

It is vital that the candidates in 2009 here from constituents like you.  Make your voice heard and help move Virginia towards a true "Conservation Majority!"

 

For more information about the 2009 Elections and to find out about conservation friendly candidates who have been endorsed by the Virginia League of Conservation Voters, please visit www.ConservationMajorityVA.org!

 

Thanks for all you do in Virginia,

 

Gene Karpinski

President, League of Conservation Voters