WASHINGTON, DC –League of Conservation Voters President Gene Karpinski released this statement on Senator Chris Coons’ leadership during the Senate’s series of all-night speeches pressing for action on climate change:

“We’re thrilled that Senator Coons joined with 30 colleagues from across the country to stand up to corporate polluters and give a voice Delaware citizens demanding action on climate change. Delaware is already seeing climate impacts, including sea level rise, less productive fisheries and more frequent heat waves. We congratulate Senator Coons on his leadership and will continue working with him to push for action to confront the climate crisis.” 

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