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National Environmental Groups Endorse Susheela Jayapal for OR-3

Friends of the Earth Action is committed to supporting candidates who unequivocally put people and the planet over corporate profit, which is why we’re thrilled to endorse Susheela Jayapal.

Friends of the Earth Action Announces First Round of Endorsements for Progressive Incumbents in 2024 Primaries

WASHINGTON – Today, Friends of the Earth Action endorsed over a dozen progressive incumbent candidates for upcoming primary races. These endorsements reflect the organization’s mission to advance environmental champions in Congress, from California to Florida.  Endorsed candidates include:  Nanette Barragán (CA-44)  Jared Huffman (CA-2)  Ro Khanna (CA-17)  Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-4)  Summer Lee (PA-12)  Jamie Raskin (MD-8) 

FOE Action Endorses Barbara Lee for California’s U.S. Senate seat

Today, Friends of the Earth Action endorsed Congresswoman Barbara Lee for California’s U.S. Senate primary race.

Friends of the Earth Action Endorses Virginia Progressives in Upcoming Elections

These endorsements further the organization’s mission to uplift candidates who are best positioned to fight for communities and the planet.

National Environmental Groups Endorse Aaron Regunberg for RI-1

Today, Friends of the Earth Action, Food & Water Action, Center for Biological Diversity Action and Oil Change U.S. announced their endorsement of Aaron Regunberg for Rhode Island’s First Congressional district.

Friends of the Earth Action Endorses Fred Felleman for Seattle Port Commissioner 

Friends of the Earth Action announced its support for Fred Felleman, candidate for Seattle Port Commissioner Position 5, who has worked for years to minimize the harmful environmental impacts of the shipping industry in Puget Sound and to protect the area's marine mammals from air and water pollution.

Friends of the Earth Action Endorses Dr. Yusef Salaam for NY City Council Race

NEW YORK - Today, Friends of the Earth Action endorsed Dr. Yusef Salaam, candidate for New York City Council’s ninth district. Dr. Salaam’s platform is heavily aligned with the organization’s mission to advocate for effective environmental policy, and hold polluters accountable for the damage they’ve caused to communities.  Kayla Mohammed, Federal Policy Advocate at Friends of the Earth Action, issued the following statement: 

National Groups Endorse Progressive Environmental Leaders in Virginia State Races

A coalition of national conservation and environmental justice groups announced today their joint endorsement of seven progressive environmental champions running in Virginia’s 2023 primary elections, which will take place on June 20th. 

National Environmental Groups Endorse Down-Ballot Candidates Fighting Fossil Fuels

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, the Center for Biological Diversity Action Fund, Food & Water Action, Friends of the Earth Action, Oil Change U.S., and Zero Hour announced their joint endorsement of down-ballot candidates running on environmental justice platforms and fighting against local fossil fuel projects. The organizations join Lead Locally, which endorsed these candidates on April 4, 2023. The list of endorsed candidates includes:

Friends of the Earth Action Responds to Donald Trump’s 2024 Campaign Announcement

Trump’s attempted coup and election-denying rhetoric shows his sights are set on destroying American democracy. While the recent midterm election was a major setback for him and his extremist enablers, we should not rest easy.