Vote!
In 1800 Thomas Jefferson wrote this in a letter to his daughter, "Politics are such a torment that I would advise every one I love not to mix with them."
Jefferson wrote those words at a particularly difficult time in American history. So divided was our country at the beginning of the nineteenth century that two American leaders, Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton, fought a duel over their beliefs. As an apolitical organization, we do no lobbying for legislation, nor endorse candidates. There are plenty of conservation organizations that do.
As these words are written, people will visit the polls today in vast numbers. Their voting will affect the American - and global - environment, including policies governing our air and water quality, land use, transportation and energy systems.
Grab the coffee pot. I think we'll be up late tonight.
William Borden
Executive Director
