*NEWS RELEASE *

For immediate release:* *October 6, 2008

*Group cites her commitment to the environment*

*Philadelphia*: Clean Water Action today announced its endorsement of Congresswoman Allyson Scwharz (D-13) in the 2008 General Election.

"We are pleased to announce today that Clean Water Action officially endorses Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz for the U.S. Congress," said Myron Arnowitt. "We are confident that she will continue work to protect Pennsylvania’s lakes, river, streams and drinking water sources as well as the health of our families and communities.”

Congresswoman Schwartz has been a leader in fighting to protect the environment. Going all the way back to her career in the State Senate, her commitment to the environment has been an ongoing theme for Congresswoman Schwartz. She has taken the lead in greening the practices of government and greening the operations of her own organization.