Kate Jackson holds up one of her new election signs, now ready for Attleboro lawns.

BOSTON – The Massachusetts Sierra Club announced their endorsement of Kate Jackson for state representative in the 2nd Bristol District today. 

“The Sierra Club is proud to endorse Kate Jackson,” said Phil Sego, Chair of the MA Sierra Club Political Committee. “Kate has the experience, knowledge and courage to lead the state on environmental issues from transportation to curbing global warming gas emissions.”

“The Sierra Club looks forward to working with Jackson in the coming months and years to focus on environmental issues, reducing our reliance on oil through conservation and other measures, improving our air and water quality, and other issues that affect the quality of life and health of residents."

Announcing their endorsement of candidates the Sierra Club hopes both to promote these legislators visibility with a ‘stamp of approval’ as well as encourage other legislators, to step up their efforts and do even more to protect citizens’ health, safety and the Commonwealth’s natural resources.

“As the combined threats of global warming and a tightening economy meet with opportunities for economic growth through environmentally friendly opportunities these candidates like Jackson offer true leadership,” said Phil Sego, Chair of the MA Sierra Club Political Committee. “All studies show we do not enjoy the luxury of time – Kate Jackson recognizes that and wants to act appropriately.”

The Sierra Club, noted for their high-profile national positions, is also deeply rooted in local, regional, and statewide issues. Their endorsement process includes in-depth research and careful analysis of a questionnaire designed specifically to address local environmental issues. The Club’s endorsement is then communicated to its members, which currently number greater than 21,000 statewide.

The Sierra Club is the nation's oldest and largest grassroots environmental organization dedicated to the preservation, protection, and exploration of the earth’s natural environment. For a complete listing of Sierra Club political endorsements, please visit www.sierraclubmass.org and click the “politics & issues” link on the left.