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ExaminerWhy recall? The Sierra Club's reasons include:
Scott Walker has
Effectively stopped all new wind energy projects in the state
Cut funding for the Gaylord Nelson – Warren Knowles Stewardship Funding by 30%
Undermined Wisconsin nationally recognized energy conservation program
Abolished the state Office of Energy Independence
Carved out a special exemption from wetlands protections for a campaign contributor
Eliminated the requirement that municipal water supplies be disinfected
Called a special session for the purpose of passing legislation to roll back water pollution and wetlands law .
Appointed as DNR Secretary the state Senator with one of the worst environment voting records in the Legislature.
Sought to severely weaken mining laws to benefit an Appalachian mining company that want to build a massive strip mine in our north woods.
The WI Sierra Club asks WI residents who care about the natural settings and environmental health of their state to participate in the recall process.
Read more:
http://www.examiner.com/green-living-in-milwaukee/recall-gov-walker-wi-sierra-club-releases-official-position
Im very pleased to see the Sierra Club come out and throw their support! Since Walker can get unlimited funds from his Koch addiction, here's hoping the REAL Wisconsin values can get support from other great organizations! :)