Kathleen Rogers Guest Blog: Marty Chavez is the Real Deal

This is a guest blog by Kathleen Rogers, who has worked for more than 20 years as an environmental attorney and advocate, focusing on public policy, international law, litigation, and community development. Kathleen is currently President of the Earth Day Network.

A lot of people running for office talk about protecting the environment -– but not many really walk the walk.

When you find a leader who is the real deal you have to get involved and help them in any way you can. That's why I am proud to throw my full personal support behind Marty Chavez's campaign for U.S. Congress. Marty is the real deal -– and we need him fighting for the environment as a U.S. Congressman. 

When Marty Chavez took the helm at ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability USA, he brought with him a national reputation as one of the greenest Mayors in America. At ICLEI, he worked tirelessly with local governments to address climate change and champion sustainable governmental operation. He partnered with the US Green Building Council to foster green schools nationally and was a great partner to Earth Day Network.

Marty’s list of accomplishments is long, but I want to focus on what he did as Mayor to put Albuquerque on the map as one of the greenest cities in America.

As Mayor, Marty lead initiatives to protect our environment and create green jobs. He pushed for ambitious programs such as the city's Urban Forest Program, which was recognized by the Conference of Mayors as one of the best in the nation.

Marty also created the Downtown Grower's Market to encourage local food sourcing and oversaw the greatest expansion of bicycle trails and safety programs in Albuquerque history. 

We need proven leadership in Congress that will fight to protect our environment; not politicians that just talk the talk.

Marty Chavez walks the walk and I am proud to personally endorse him -– and I hope you will support him too.

This is a guest blog by Kathleen Rogers. These views are Kathleen’s own personal opinion and in no way represent the position of the Earth Day Network. 

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