REP Congratulates Senator-elect Scott Brown

January 19, 2010

Republicans for Environmental Protection (REP) congratulates Scott Brown on his election to the U.S. Senate from Massachusetts and for mounting a well-run campaign.

Brown’s victory provides solid evidence that the GOP can rebound quickly if it is willing to reweave Ronald Reagan’s big tent philosophy.

"We are pleased at the enthusiastic support that an independent-minded Republican gained in a state as liberal as Massachusetts. It goes to show that Republicans can win anywhere if they offer thoughtful candidates who have broad appeal," REP President Rob Sisson said.

"We are confident that Scott Brown will be a constructive voice in the U.S. Senate for responsible environmental stewardship," Sisson added.

"We hope that Senator-elect Brown’s arrival on Capitol Hill will foster more bipartisan cooperation in the Senate on pressing environmental issues—particularly efforts to address climate change," David Jenkins, REP vice president for government and political affairs, said.

"We look forward to working with Senator-elect Brown to pass legislation that lives up to the stewardship ethic that is at the core of true conservatism," Jim DiPeso, REP vice president for policy and communications, said.

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