Senator Manchin is listening.
It’s time to get loud.
Senate Democrats are meeting right now to decide what they’ll do about climate change. Should they go big with a price on carbon or stay small? Support from West Virginia’s Senators is critical, and only West Virginians can persuade them.
What should I ask for?
You’re asking Senator Manchin to put a price on carbon in this year’s budget reconciliation. He’ll know what you mean.
Once you’ve emailed, get others to act.
You only need to write once yourself. But don’t go back to your regularly scheduled activities just yet. THIS IS OUR FIRST CHANCE FOR MEANINGFUL CLIMATE ACTION THAT CAN’T BE BLOCKED BY THE FILIBUSTER. Share this page with any climate-concerned friends, family, and coworkers. Better yet, keep reminding them. They’ll want to take their shot to solve climate change, too.
If you've already emailed and only want to call, visit: http://cclusa.org/senate-call/.
West Virginians support a price on carbon
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Frequently asked questions
Why is this moment so important?
Senate Democrats are signaling that they are focused on climate change right now. We want to reach them when we know they’ll be listening.
Why do we need a price on carbon?
An economy-wide price on carbon will reduce America’s carbon pollution really fast. We need to price carbon if we want to hit the Biden Administration’s goal of 50% emissions reductions in the next decade. It has to be part of any serious climate solutions. Find out more about why to put a price on carbon.
How many emails and calls make a difference?
In West Virginia, just 500 people contacting each Senator over a few weeks can make a big difference.
Do I really need to call AND email?
If you can, yes. Calls add extra attention because staffers notice when the phones are ringing. It might seem intimidating to call your Senator’s office. But, Senate staff are usually really nice and very professional. You’ll be on the line for just a short time. If you really can’t swing a phone call, you can just send an email.
I’ve already emailed, is there a way for me to only make a phone call?
To skip the email step and go straight to the calling tool, visit this page: http://cclusa.org/senate-call
What is budget reconciliation, anyway?
Budget reconciliation is a process where adjustments to spending and revenue can be made with 51 Senate votes instead of the full 60 votes. The rules of what can be included in a budget reconciliation are strict, and governed by a nonpartisan Senate parliamentarian.
What does a price on carbon have to do with budget reconciliation?
Senate Democrats have already indicated that they plan to address climate change in this year’s budget reconciliation. Because a price on carbon meets the strict requirements of a budget reconciliation, the Senate can and should include one.