Environment

		Bill Bradley (Democrat) Calls for protection of the country's pristine areas and clean-up of polluted regions. As senator, tried to divert space-station money to clean-water programs.
		Al Gore (Democrat) Long recognized as a leading supporter of environmental causes, particularly global warming research. Has pushed for an international greenhouse emissions treaty and helped win funding increases for research into efficient, renewable energy technologies. Wants to spend $2 billion over 10 years to set aside more parkland. Also proposes $1 billion in federal funds to help communities develop smart growth strategies. Wants to invest in mass transit and light rail to reduce pollution and congestion on the nation's highways and fight suburban sprawl. As vice president, has helped pass tougher cleaner air and water standards, as well as laws mandating the clean-up of toxic waste sites. Authored a book on the environment while in the Senate that includes the line: "We must make the rescue of the environment the central organizing principle for civiliation."
		Gary Bauer (Republican) Wants to limit the federal government's ability to subject property owners to environmental regulation by strengthening property rights.
		George W. Bush (Republican) Is becoming "more convinced" global warming exists but opposes unratified treaty to cut greenhouse gases. Opposes federally funded environmental mandates, preferring that environmental issues be handled at the local level. Has said state environmental regulations should not be stricter than federal law. Would provide funding for recycling programs and require full compensation when environmental regulations limit uses on private land. Wants Congress to amend the Endangered Species Act to limit habitats eligible to be declared endangered. Supports voluntary pollution clean-up efforts, such as offering incentives to industries that audit and reduce their pollution levels. Created unique voluntary program in Texas to reduce air pollution at some 800 factories.
		Steve Forbes (Republican) Believes there is no real evidence of dangerous global warming. Says many federally funded environmental mandates, such as the Superfund toxic waste clean-up effort, have been mismanaged. Endorses an environmental control strategy based upon market-based incentives, technological innovation and public accountability rather than strict regulation.
		Orrin Hatch (Republican) An ardent supporter of numerous environmental initiatives in the Senate, particularly those regarding animal protection, conservation of parkland and water quality issues in Utah and other western states. Co-sponsored a recently approved bill to preserve American wetlands. Also sponsors legislation to help local communities preserve open space. Has said the country needs to develop and support as many alternative energy sources as possible, both as a means of combating pollution and of reducing national dependence on foreign oil. Now sponsoring legislation that would provide tax credits to owners of electric and alternative fuel vehicles. Proposed a bill in the Senate limiting the size of national monuments to 50,000 acres.
		Alan Keyes (Republican) No known position.
		John McCain (Republican) Has supported numberous environmental initiatives in the Senate, including bills to preserve Arizona wilderness and protect Grand Canyon National Park. Wrote legislation establishing the National Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution, an organization that facilitates environmental problem solving. Calls for improved evaluation of programs like Superfund and the Clean Air and Water Acts to ensure money earmarked for clean-up efforts is not being used to pay administrative costs. Supports the development of more efficient energy sources for reasons of environmental and economic benefit. Wants the federal government to become more involved in efforts to preserve green space and historic areas.
		Pat Buchanan (Reform Party) Prefers private land preservation efforts to federal regulation. Would require Congress to vote on all endangered species and to compensate property owners whose lands are converted into protected habitats. Would abolish the Bureau of Land Management and give back to the states the 500 million acres of lands the organization oversees. Opposes international environmental accords, such as the Kyoto Treaty on global warming, which he believes hurt American industry.

Campaign coverage of the environment
Candidates clash over environment, By David L. Chandler, Globe Staff, 11/3/2000
Bush rapped on environment, By Glen Johnson, Globe Staff, 10/27/2000
Nader forcing Gore into costly test, By Michael Kranish, Globe Staff, 10/22/2000
Bush role on environment disputed, By Larry Tye, Globe Staff, 10/17/2000
Sen. Smith in green more than just camouflage, By Robert Braile, Globe Correspondent, 10/1/2000
Candidates spar over oil drilling, By Anne E. Kornblut and Glen Johnson, Globe Staff, 9/30/2000
Bush announces Alaska drilling plans; Gore rejects idea, By Terence Hunt, Associated Press, 9/29/2000
Earth issues, Globe editorial, 9/18/2000 -OPINION
Educating a vice president, By Michael Kranish, Globe Staff, 8/13/2000
Gore ready to celebrate Sierra Club endorsement, By Mike Glover, Associated Press, 7/24/2000
Gore proposes mass-transit subsidies, By Sandra Sobieraj, Associated Press, 6/30/2000
Gore unveils plan to push energy-saving technology, By Sandra Sobieraj, Associated Press, 6/29/2000
Gore gets environmental endorsement, softens his attack mode, By Howard Kurtz, Washington Post, 5/31/2000
McCain voices concern on global warming signs, By H. Josef Hebert, Associated Press, 5/18/2000
It's the environment, stupid, By Eric A. Davidson, 4/21/2000 -OPINION
Bush allies organize conference on environmental regulations, By John Mintz, Washington Post, 4/21/2000
What's hot and what's not, By Robert Braile, Globe Correspondent, 4/9/2000
Bush offers challenge on Gore turf, environment, By Glen Johnson, Associated Press, 4/4/2000
Gore unveils automakers' plan to market hybrid cars, By Nedra Pickler, Associated Press, 3/31/2000
Bradley lashes out at Gore and McCain on environment, By Bob Hohler and Susan Milligan, Globe Staff, 2/26/2000
Bradley says he's the real environmentalist in Democratic race, By Laurence Arnold, Associated Press, 2/19/2000
Group protesting oil drilling arrested at Gore headquarters, By Holly Ramer, Associated Press, 1/26/2000
McCain would lift US lands logging ban, Associated Press, 12/21/1999
Reconciling air and car in the Lone Star state, By Scott Allen, Globe Staff, 12/16/1999
Ethanol gains backing among GOP hopefuls, By Scott Allen, Globe Staff, 12/15/1999
Gore moves quickly to explain latest exaggeration, By Hadley Pawlak, Associated Press, 12/1/1999
Sierra Club spot set to attack Bush, Associated Press, 11/30/1999
Political briefs: If not prayer, recite Declaration, Bauer says, Globe wire services, 11/25/1999
Political briefs: GOP posts ad near Gore headquarters, By Globe Staff and Wires, 11/24/1999
Voters are urged to ask about global warming, By Robert Braile, Globe Correspondent, 11/14/1999
Gore to propose more limits on offshore oil drilling, By Jill Zuckman, Globe Staff, 10/21/1999
Bush defends work in Texas on environment, By Dallas Morning News, 10/21/1999
Unrest in Bush's environment, By Scott Allen, Globe Staff, 10/19/1999
Go for the green, Gore, By Eric Goldscheider, 10/18/1999 -OPINION
Gore in Boston announces federal plan for protecting oceans, By Karen Hsu, Globe Correspondent, 9/3/1999
Agency says water release for Gore trip was normal, Associated Press, 7/27/1999
Group urges the GOP to take lead on environment, By Robert Braile, Globe Correspondent, 7/4/1999