Thread by @SierraClub

VICTORY: Deb Haaland just became Secretary of the Interior with bipartisan approval in the Senate. She is the first Native American to hold a cabinet position in this country's history. 👏👏👏

Our statement:
sierraclub.org/press-releases…

“Haaland’s lived experiences are critical to reorienting Interior toward people, Indigenous rights and climate-focused, science-based conservation," said Chris Hill, acting director of Sierra Club’s Our Wild America campaign.

"We look forward to seeing our country’s lands and waters integrated with efforts to increase outdoors equity, mitigate climate impacts by protecting 30 percent of lands and water by 2030, and foster healthier communities."

“New Mexicans are bursting with pride to see our own Deb Haaland leading the Department of the Interior. She understands the bold, meaningful progress we need to heal our climate, our lands and people’s connection to them," said Camilla Feibelman, Director of @RioGrandeSierra.

"The collaborative spirit she brought to safeguarding the region around Chaco Culture National Historical Park from encroaching extraction will serve her well as steward of our nation’s public lands."

Thank you to all of our members, supporters and partners for helping make this historical day possible!