Opinion
Elections Matter: From Small Actions to Climate Action
Pennsylvania state legislature races are crucial in advancing pro-environment policy in Pennsylvania.
Molly Parzen
October 15, 2024
Molly Parzen
Opinion
Environmental Scorecard Shows How Pro-Environment Majority Delivers Wins in Pennsylvania’s State House
Bucks County State Senator Jarrett Coleman earned a paltry 10%, supporting several bills that would harm our environment or weaken environmental protections, including a bill to prolong the use of PFAS chemicals in firefighting foam.
Molly Parzen
August 29, 2024
Opinion
Pennsylvania State Budget Secures Bipartisan Environmental Victories
However, despite these gains, Harrisburg fell short in several critical areas, writes Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania Executive Director Molly Parzen.
Molly Parzen
July 26, 2024
Opinion
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Must Make Environmental Justice a Top Priority
“We need strong legislation to protect communities overburdened by pollution,” writes Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania Executive Director Molly Parzen.
Molly Parzen
June 5, 2024
Opinion
New EPA Rules Will Protect Pennsylvania Residents from Dangerous ‘Forever Chemicals’
The new federal standards demonstrate that the Biden administration takes clean water seriously and will continue to take necessary action to stop chemical manufacturers from endangering our most vulnerable residents.
Molly Parzen
April 24, 2024
Opinion
Time to Move on Bold, New Clean Energy Plan for Pennsylvania
The commonwealth, with its highly skilled union workforce and infrastructure, should be at the forefront of the clean energy transition.
Molly Parzen
March 27, 2024
Opinion
Pennsylvania Can Lead the Nation to a Cleaner Future, Before It’s Too Late
Now is the time to take bold steps to leverage federal dollars, transform our energy systems, and secure a clean and healthy environment for generations to come.
Molly Parzen
February 28, 2024
Opinion
The Farm Bill: Critical to Open Space Preservation in Bucks County
A new Farm Bill that preserves and enhances programs that support family farms is critical to preserving precious farmland and open space locally and across our nation.
Molly Parzen
January 12, 2024
Opinion
Big Wins For the Environment and Pennsylvanians in 2023
These victories should compel us to rededicate ourselves to fighting for our environment – and our democracy – in 2024.
Molly Parzen
December 28, 2023
Democratic Moms Running for Office Made a Splash Across Pennsylvania
November 16, 2024
Vote Mama PAC-endorsed candidates achieved a 71% win rate in the commonwealth.
The Fight Over Counting Mail Ballots with Incorrect Dates Takes Center Stage in Pennsylvania Senate Race Recount
November 16, 2024
Democrats cast more mail-in ballots than Republicans, and Democrats in the past have supported counting ballots that trip over what they view as meaningless clerical requirements in state law.
Strengthening Community Voices: Climate Justice Community Listening Event Coming to Bucks County
November 15, 2024
The event will be held November 20 at the Northampton library from 6-7:30 p.m. to unearth community insights from Bucks County residents and community-serving organizations to support the design of a Climate Justice Fund.
Building A Greater Society Starts Locally
November 15, 2024
2025 represents a huge opportunity for a new generation of leadership to rise up and fill important roles throughout Bucks County.
‘Mourning the Living’: New Book Explores How QAnon and Conspiracy Theories Are Leaving a Trail of Shattered American Families in Its Wake
November 13, 2024
A review of Jesselyn Cook’s “The Quiet Damage: QAnon and the Destruction of the American Family.”