Washington, D.C. – The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) congratulates U.S. Representative-elect Shontel Brown on her victory in Ohio’s special election in the 11th Congressional District.

“Congratulations to Shontel Brown on her special election victory! She is committed to building a clean energy future that brings good paying jobs to Ohioans and addressing environmental racism, and we could not be more excited for her to bring her leadership to Congress,” said LCV Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Tiernan Sittenfeld. “Representative-elect Brown has been a strong voice for justice and conservation in local government and we are thrilled to work alongside her at this critical moment in the fight against the climate crisis — the stakes have never been higher.”

“Congratulations to Shontel Brown on her decisive special election victory,” said Heather Taylor-Miesle, President of the Ohio Environmental Council Action Fund. “Representative-elect Brown made environmental justice and the fight against climate change a key priority in her campaign. We look forward to working with her as she fights for bold climate action and a healthier environment for Ohio families.”

LCV Action Fund endorsed Shontel Brown because of her record and commitment to fighting for climate and environmental justice for all communities.

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