Political Quotes

“I rise to commend the McDonald's Corporation, which is headquartered in my district, for its continued leadership in environmental conservation. For over a decade, McDonald's has set the standard for corporate social responsibility. It has been a pioneer in a range of initiatives to reduce solid waste, conserve energy, and promote environmental awareness and conservation here in the United States and around the world. For its good work, McDonald's has been honored by many, including Keep America Beautiful, the National Audubon Society and Conservation International. It also has received awards from the President's Council on Environmental Quality and the Environmental Protection Agency. Now adding to its long track record of achievements, McDonald's has been selected by the National Recycling Coalition for another important environmental award. This award recognizes the company's vision and leadership in proving that recycling really does work. Back in 1989, McDonald's formed a partnership with the Environmental Defense Fund or EDF, to develop a comprehensive plan for reducing waste.”