VERMONT CONSERVATION PAC

Vermont Conservation Political Action Committee (VCPAC) is a political action committee that raises and spends money for pro-environmental conservation political campaigns and candidates.

From fishing and swimming to biking and hunting, the identity of Vermonters is rooted in our beautiful natural resources. Although Vermont citizens have strong connections to our environment, many of our legislators are working to reduce protections for clean water, clean air, and open spaces.

That is why, when it comes to conservation, who we elect matters.

Successes for Conservation in 2004

During the 2004 election season, VCPAC ran an aggressive campaign in support of pro-conservation candidates. Ultimately, our goal was to re-create a pro-conservation majority in the state legislature though our electoral activity.

In 2004, VCPAC supported three very strong newcomers in our top priority races.  These newcomers were up against long-term powerful anti-environment incumbents.  All three incumbents had an overall VACV average score of below 25%. Two of the incumbents were the Chairs of two important committees of the House, Transportation and Agriculture, and throughout their tenure have never worked with the conservation community.  In their bids for re-election all three incumbents touted themselves as being good on environmental issues.

VACV and VCPAC won two out of three of these top priority races.  The two anti-environment committee Chair’s in the Vermont House  – Ruth Towne and Frank Mazur – were defeated.  Both candidates have blamed the environment.

VCPAC also worked hard to protect incumbents who are environmental leaders and were who were facing tough but winnable races.

Below you will find links to download the mail pieces that were sent to voters in our targeted districts in 2004. (All mail pieces are in .pdf format and require Adobe reader to view.)

"TIME OUT on Ruth Towne"	"Take a Look at Frank Mazur's Record "

The continuing efforts of Vermont Conservation Political Action Committee are made possible by generous private contributions. Please consider donating today!