WE ALL COUNT ON THE RIVER, BUT CAN THE RIVER COUNT ON US?
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River Citizens – People the River can count on!
Today, our great River is in trouble. Pollution from untreated sewage, farms and factories, along with weak law enforcement have caused our great River to deteriorate. The River is part of us and our communities; its poor health impacts us all.
The Mississippi River is truly America’s River – a critical source of drinking water for 18 million people, a diverse habitat for wildlife, the backbone of our economy and a rich part of our heritage. The Mississippi River unites us as a people and we rely on it more than most of us realize.
Luckily, we can help by making simple changes in our lives and standing up for the River. The first step is to become a River Citizen.
River Citizens are people who want to restore and protect America’s greatest River. Whether in arm chairs or wading boots, River Citizens protect the River by speaking up on its behalf and caring for it in simple ways that make a big difference. Together, we can protect the River for future generations.
Anyone can become a River Citizen and we invite you to join the community that’s nearly 20,000 people strong! Take the first step and become a River Citizen today. Can the River count on you?
Become a
River Citizen
Yes! The River can count on me!
I am committed to protecting the Mississippi River and will take at least three actions to care for this valuable resource. Please keep me informed about actions I can take to protect the Mississippi River as a River Citizen:
WE ALL COUNT ON THE RIVER, BUT CAN THE RIVER COUNT ON US?
River Citizens
Projects
Actions Taken
Live Events
River Citizens – People the River can count on!
Today, our great River is in trouble. Pollution from untreated sewage, farms and factories, along with weak law enforcement have caused our great River to deteriorate. The River is part of us and our communities; its poor health impacts us all.
The Mississippi River is truly America’s River – a critical source of drinking water for 18 million people, a diverse habitat for wildlife, the backbone of our economy and a rich part of our heritage. The Mississippi River unites us as a people and we rely on it more than most of us realize.
Luckily, we can help by making simple changes in our lives and standing up for the River. The first step is to become a River Citizen.
River Citizens are people who want to clean up and protect America’s greatest River. Whether in arm chairs or wading boots, River Citizens protect the River by speaking up on its behalf and caring for it in simple ways that make a big difference. Together, we can protect the River for future generations. Take the first step and sign up as a River Citizen today.
Become a
River Citizen
Yes! The River can count on me!
I am committed to protecting the Mississippi River and will take at least three actions to care for this valuable resource. Please keep me informed about actions I can take to protect the Mississippi River as a River Citizen:
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Act Now: Oppose Yazoo Pumps, Protect Clean Water Act (Closes 11/30/20)
Action Alert: Oppose yazoo pumps, protect clean water act (closes 11/30/20)
Right now, we are also considering a new threat. Clean Water Act vetoes are rare and supposed to be final. Now, the once-vetoed Yazoo Pumps Project is back and sets a dangerous precedent for the future of the CWA veto power. It weakens the power of the veto authority in the first place. It’s like a game of dominoes. If one is knocked down, others can follow. We cannot let projects that have already been vetoed because of their destructive nature back into daylight. Doing so would be a dangerous move for the land, water, wildlife, and people of not only the Mississippi River but of the nation.
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Can the River count on you?
Take action for the Mississippi River by voting. Our elected officials answer to us. Recent blogs from our Executive Director, Kelly, and Policy Manager, Maisah. River Citizen Action Alert: Oppose Yazoo Pumps, Protect Clean Water Act. Upcoming Events. River News.
Why I care About the River
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Democracy, the River, and You: A Call to Vote from our Executive Director
Dear River Citizens, As guardians and caretakers of the Mississippi River, you already know what it means to care about something. You care about our rivers, and you take simple actions to mitigate your concern throughout the year, working towards...
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Become a River Citizen
Yes! The River can count on me!
I am committed to protecting the Mississippi River and will take at least three actions to care for this valuable resource. Please keep me informed about actions I can take to protect the Mississippi River as a River Citizen:
Step 2
Educate Yourself
The 1 Mississippi program is implemented by the Mississippi River Network and is the nation’s only grassroots outreach effort focused on the entire Mississippi River with the goal to educate the public on the urgent issues facing the River. The Mississippi River Network is a coalition of over 55 organizations working toward a healthy and resilient River for the land, water, wildlife, and people.
Nutrient pollution
Importance of floodplains and wetlands
Farm bill conservation programs
Step 3
Take Action
There are many ways you can take action for a healthy Mississippi River. We have a list of 10 actions you can take now. Check out our action center for current action alerts, bigger projects we are working on, and ways to get involved. You can also check out our events calendar to see what events are happening in your area.
Act Now: Oppose Yazoo Pumps, Protect Clean Water Act