Washington, D.C.
Defenders of Wildlife’s President & CEO Jamie Rappaport Clark released the following statement ahead of the inauguration of Joe Biden as President of the United States: 

“Defenders of Wildlife enthusiastically congratulates Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as they are officially sworn into office today. Beyond the historic election of this exciting team and the glass ceiling that has finally been shattered, for the first time, we will have a president who has elevated climate change to center stage and has pledged to address the escalating nature crisis that threatens all life on Earth. It is with great hope and optimism that we embrace this new dawn for the restoration of our nation’s conservation legacy.  

“We look forward with renewed energy and unbridled resolve to partner with the incoming administration to protect and restore our natural world. I look forward with confidence in the incoming administration and a focused determination to advance proactive conservation policies for wildlife and wild places. Our future and the health of our planet depends on it.” 

For over 75 years, Defenders of Wildlife has remained dedicated to protecting all native animals and plants in their natural communities. With a nationwide network of nearly 2.1 million members and activists, Defenders of Wildlife is a leading advocate for innovative solutions to safeguard our wildlife for generations to come. To learn more, please visit https://defenders.org/newsroom or follow us on X @Defenders.

  

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