by GCV Education Fund | Sep 22, 2020 | Democracy, Environmental Justice
This is the first of five articles by Professor Brian Glassman on the 2020 General Election. This week’s theme is “Representation: Advocating for Environmental Protection Through the Electoral Process.” You can read more about Professor Glassman below. ...
by GCV Education Fund | Aug 14, 2020 | Democracy, Environmental Justice
On July 17th, we lost an American hero. John Lewis was born on February 21, 1940 as the son of poor sharecroppers in Alabama, deep in the heart of segregationist America. Growing up, he experienced both racism and segregation first hand, watching theater plays from...
by GCV Education Fund | May 5, 2020 | Air Quality, Energy & Climate, Environmental Justice, Federal Updates, Land & Wildlife, Water
Since taking office, the Trump administration has set in motion the rollback of nearly 100 environmental safeguards. Make no mistake — no matter what the president says to Congress, the Trump administration is denying climate change, taking us backwards on clean...
by GCV Education Fund | Apr 1, 2020 | Environmental Justice, Land & Wildlife
This entry is from GCV’s own Abraham Park answering the question: Why are you a climate voter? We would love to hear from you about why you are a climate voter as well. If you’re interested in sharing, please head here or contact GCV by emailing...
by GCV Education Fund | Mar 25, 2020 | Energy & Climate, Environmental Justice
The year 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, an annual celebration that takes place on April 22 that brings millions of activists together to support protecting our planet and the people who live on it. As Earth month approaches, we know that the challenges...
by GCV Education Fund | Mar 2, 2020 | Energy & Climate, Environmental Justice, Legislative
The second half of the Georgia General Assembly’s legislative session began on January 13. It’s been a busy session and crossover day, the day when bills need to be sent to the second chamber, is rapidly approaching on March 12. For reference, bills that are not sent...