FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 16, 2010

Contact:
Gary R. Goyke, Board Chair, 608-237-8121
Amber Meyer Smith, Program Director, 608-251-7020

Clean Wisconsin Action Fund Endorses Rep. Bob Turner for State Assembly

On behalf of its thousands of members, Clean Wisconsin Action Fund proudly announced its endorsement of Rep. Bob Turner for the 61st Assembly District today.

"Representative Turner is a strong leader who understands the importance of protecting Wisconsin’s beautiful environment and investing in clean, renewable energy," said Gary Goyke, board chair of the Clean Wisconsin Action Fund. "The policies that Representative Turner supports will help create clean energy jobs and promote energy independence in Wisconsin."

Turner’s record in the Assembly demonstrates his strong commitment to protecting Wisconsin’s environment. Most notably, Turner supported the Great Lakes Compact, a historic agreement between eight states and two Canadian provinces that protects Great Lakes water by ensuring it cannot be sold to the highest bidder.

"The constituents in the 61st Assembly District live on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan and want leaders who will advocate for Great Lakes protections," said Goyke. "Representative Turner’s commitment to restoring and protecting the Great Lakes will help ensure Lake Michigan water is clean and plentiful for generations to come."

Elected in 1990, Turner has two decades of experience serving in the Wisconsin State Assembly. He is running in the Democratic primary to be held on September 14th.

"Representative Turner’s strong record of legislative experience and commitment to Wisconsin’s environment are a winning combination," said Goyke. "A vote for Bob Turner is a vote to protect the Great Lakes and move Wisconsin forward with clean, renewable energy."

Clean Wisconsin Action Fund is an environmental advocacy organization that protects Wisconsin’s clean air and water and advocates for clean energy by being an effective voice in the state legislature and by holding elected officials accountable. The Action Fund endorses candidates who support a pro-environment agenda. Phone: 608-251-7020, extension 16; Fax: 608-251-1655; Email: asmith@cleanwisconsin.org.