Democrats Abroad International Chair Releases Statement Celebrating Earth Day

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Statement For Immediate Release (April 22, 2009)

DEMOCRATS ABROAD INTERNATIONAL CHAIR RELEASES STATEMENT CELEBRATING EARTH DAY

Geneva, Switzerland— As millions of people across the globe celebrate the 39th annual Earth Day today, Christine Schon Marques, International Chair of Democrats Abroad, issued the following statement:

“Nearly four decades ago, the first Earth Day marked the birth of a new national environmental consciousness paving the way for landmark policies that protect public health and preserve our environment for future generations.

“We have made important gains. But for too long Washington has been held captive by the special interests and has turned a blind eye to the energy crises and the gathering threat of climate change that is affecting all Americans.

“President Obama has given us a new reason to celebrate this Earth Day: his Administration has committed to a comprehensive energy plan that will generate millions of new clean energy jobs, create energy independence, reduce deadly pollution and finally tackle global warming and its potentially catastrophic effects.

“Democrats have been leaders on these issues, and they continue to push for change in Washington.

“April 22nd will always be a day to recommit ourselves to a healthier, cleaner planet; but this year, in the throes of some very difficult economic times, Earth Day has a renewed sense of purpose. President Obama and his team have made plain the direct connection between repairing our economy and making the bold investments in renewable energy sources that are healthier for our planet. Today is a reminder of the opportunity we have to make the United States a leader in the global energy industry, and increase our energy independence.”