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This election is the most important one in our lifetime. Here’s why it’s imperative we vote blue for the environment. Although I’ve already dropped off my ballot at City Hall, I’m still making calls and encouraging people to vote for...

We’re not that divided on a Green Future as much as politicians want us to believe Pennsyltucky, & fracking, say what? 659 registered voters in Pennsylvania polls say otherwise. According to a poll from Climate Nexus, the Yale Program on...

Exercising your right to vote it the most important thing you can do. Here’s what to know in Philly. Voting is the most important thing you can do for the environment. (Yes, really!) Here’s how to vote in Philadelphia (and...

Hopefully, you are sick of reading posts like these and have a plan to vote on Tuesday, November 6th for the Midterm elections. However, if you are on the fence, are unsure, are planning on staying home, or don’t care,...

ICYMI: We’re heading full speed towards climate disaster, according to an alarming report from the United Nations’ scientific panel on climate change on Monday. By 2040, we could see a temperature increase of 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit, with a mass die-off...

Go vote! Whether history tips for one of progress and inspiring millions everywhere or totally sets us back 200 years and let us question if 50% of our country needs a lobotomy – partially is in your hands! First and...

It's a midterm election year! That means we get to sleep in and skip the polls, eh? Wrong! Although we're not voting for a new Commander-in-Chief, there's plenty to consider in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia. Namely, WTF will make important decisions about taxes and funding for the keystone state?! Here's a looksy at the November 2014 Philadelphia Ballot for those teacher's pets who want to come all prepared. Let's preview the Philadelphia polls and who the environmental champions (and losers) would be.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 2nd. It's crucial that you vote, and here's a quick guide to who's on the ballot & their environmental stances to help you be informed & decide: (Disclaimer: My opinion is italicized so you can tell the difference between what's actually on the candidate's page/fact and my opinion, which does not reflect the candidates' thoughts. None of the candidates have contacted myself nor Green Philly Blog for endorsements.)

If you haven't already, you NEED to vote today! A record number of people have registered this year, and a huge number voted in the primary. However, regardless of the number of people who you see that say they've voted, your vote still matters. My "voting history" began with my vote for Ross Perot (My dad brought me into the voting booth with him growing up, so I was able to cast a vote at age 9 and be a part of the process.) I've always voted in every election I could. I've attended a few political rallies, including last night for a Joe Biden rally in South Philly. Mayor Nutter, Governor Ed Rendell, World Series champ Jimmy Rollins, and Jill & Joe Biden all spoke.