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Save the Arctic, save the Planet
An epic struggle for survival is unfolding in the pristine Arctic – as the planet gets warmer, the ice is melting and instead of governments finding a plan to save it, the US is allowing Shell to go in and drill for oil. It is insane! 

But this week, Lisa Jackson, US Environmental Protection Agency head can withdraw their permit, and it’s up to us to make sure that she does just that.  
 

Let’s make this decision the line in the sand that protects this great wilderness from becoming an oil field. Please use the following talking points to write a message in the form on the right -- it'll be sent directly to Lisa Jackson

Remember to be polite and respectful.   

  • Shell has violated the terms of its Arctic permit by failing to meet the air quality requirements specified for ships.
  • This violation means that Shell should be refused permission to drill in the Arctic right now.
  • As a citizen concerned about the demise of the Arctic and the threat of climate change, I urge you to fully revoke Shell's Arctic drilling permit.
  • The Arctic is one of the world's last untouched environments. It is a global treasure that should be protected for future generations to enjoy not opened up for oil companies to make more profits and further destroy our planet.
  • People around the world are looking to the US to stop the charge for Arctic drilling. If you revoke Shell's permit it will send a clear message that the US is serious about preservation and the future of the planet. If you fail to revoke Shell's permit it will state clearly that the US puts polluters profits before people and our planet.

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