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Preserving Our Natural Resources

Date: Jan. 1, 2003
Issues: Oil and Gas Energy Environment

The recipient of Save the Bay's 2003 Environmental Advocacy Award, Sheldon Whitehouse is a proven and passionate fighter to protect our environment. Sheldon argued before the U.S. Supreme Court to protect our public wetlands from development, and sued to block Bush administration efforts to weaken the Clean Air Act. He led the investigation into a devastating oil spill in Rhode Island's Narragansett Bay, and made sure the fine - the largest in the state's history - was used for conservation. As Rhode Island's next U.S. Senator, he'll protect our wild spaces from oil exploration and support the development of clean, alternative energy sources.

"America's open spaces and her precious natural resources should be our legacy to our children - not a playground for energy companies and developers."
- Sheldon Whitehouse


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