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CBC Chairman Emanuel Cleaver's Statement on the Resignation of Lisa P. Jackson
Washington, DC,
December 27, 2012
Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Emanuel Cleaver, II released the following statement on the resignation of Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 27, 2012 CBC Chairman Emanuel Cleaver’s Statement on the Resignation of Lisa P. Jackson Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Emanuel Cleaver, II released the following statement on the resignation of Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson: “I’d like to commend and thank my good friend, Lisa Jackson for her service as the first African American Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. In her role, Administrator Jackson is a staunch advocate for policies and standards that protect our nation’s environment and public health. “As many African Americans and other vulnerable communities continue to be disproportionately affected by air pollution and other environmental hazards, Ms. Jackson is committed to making environmental equality and justice a priority. I applaud her for her efforts and know the Obama Administration will continue to build upon the foundation she’s laid through her vast accomplishments.” ### |
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