EDF Statement on the Passing of Congressman Raúl Grijalva
Statement from EDF Executive Director Amanda Leland
“Congressman Grijalva was a champion for the climate and environmental justice. He was a strong and powerful chair of the House Natural Resources Committee and Congressional Progressive Caucus, consistently demonstrating thoughtful, conscientious leadership.
“His emphasis on community engagement has now become a central tenet of environmental work. Environmental Defense Fund is grateful for his lifelong service to bettering our climate for future generations. He moved the environmental movement forward throughout his storied career, prioritizing better than anyone the needs of tribal and environmental justice communities, emphasizing that our shared environment should be accessible to all.
“His loss will be greatly felt.”
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