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Sierra Club endorses candidate for US Congress 

Environmental advocacy group supports Salud Carbajal

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–The Sierra Club has endorsed congressional candidate Salud Carbajal, a Santa Barbara Democrat, for California’s 24th Congressional District.made Salud Carbajal their choice in the race to replace Congresswoman Lois Capps. Carbajal was also named an environmental hero by the Community Environmental Council.

“Salud Carbajal is a proven environmental champion and leader in protecting our coastline and open spaces on the Central Coast,” said Fran Farina, co-chair, Los Padres Chapter political committee, Sierra Club. “He has worked across party lines to address climate change and make investments in clean, sustainable energy solutions that have created well-paying jobs on the Central Coast. That’s why he’s our choice for congress.”

Founded in 1892, the Sierra Club is an advocate for protecting America’s open spaces and wildlife. The Sierra Club is committed to promoting clean energy solutions that encourage American innovation and energy efficiency. They also work to protect public health and ensure safe and healthy communities that are free of air and water pollution.

“I have fought to protect our coastline, preserve our open spaces and make our planet a better place for future generations,” said Carbajal. “I am thrilled to receive the endorsement of the Sierra Club and am grateful to the grassroots leaders of the Sierra Club on the Central Coast for their environmental stewardship and support. Together, we will continue our work to preserve our natural environment and strengthen our middle class by attracting new clean energy industries to the Central Coast,.”

Carbajal is running for the 24th Congressional District which encompasses Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, and part of Ventura County. Also running for the seat: Republican Justin Fareed, Democrat Santa Barbara Mayor Helene Schneider, Republican Assemblyman Katcho Achadjian and Democrat William Ostrander.

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