Congressman Brendan Boyle Marks the 45th Anniversary of Earth Day

WASHINGTON, D.C. – "We've made great progress over the past 45 years, but we still have so much more to do to ensure we leave behind a better world for our children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren," said Congressman Brendan Boyle. "It is appropriate that this year the theme of Earth Day celebrations across the nation is ‘It's Our Turn to Lead.' From talking honestly about the climate crisis and tackling the challenge head-on to investing in renewable energy and innovative technologies, we can lead the global community and create jobs and opportunity here at home."

In 1970, on the first Earth Day, tens of millions of Americans came together to demand a safer, cleaner and healthier world. Their action had real, life-changing impact – Congress overwhelmingly passed the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and Superfund. As a result, the air we breathe today is cleaner, the water we drink is safer, and the world we live in as a whole is healthier, stronger and more livable.

"The time is now for Republicans to put aside their anti-science rhetoric and partisan agenda that empowers the special interests at the expense of the environment, hard-working American families and future generations," continued Congressman Boyle. "Democrats believe that Congress should work together to create a better, stronger, healthier world for our children by embracing our shared stewardship of this planet and creating policies that preserve our environment. It's our turn to lead."