Brent Blackwelder

I was privileged to work with Brent for years at the Environmental Policy Institute and Friends of the Earth. He taught me many things about planning campaigns, developing arguments that open doors rather than closing them, and looking at the long game. He introduced me to numerous US Senators and Representatives and taught his version of lobbying: each person is a human being, with whom you are having a conversation. I applied these lessons fully in my life. Brent was also very funny,...

I served for many years with Brent on the LCV board. Brent was an extraordinary leader in the whole environmental movement and my husband, Michael, and I were honored to share the 50 year growth of the movement along his side! Winsome McIntosh

Brent was one of the great leaders of the DC environmental community for decades. He was one of our visionaries who saw new threats on the horizon long before many orhers. Always generous of spirit.

I knew Brent through St. Columba´s, particularly the Environment Committee. This man of great knowledge and influence was a joy to be with when he led groups on nature walks. A scientist and advocate who loved God´s creation.

Although I knew Brent for several years, our relationship was limited to one small aspect of his busy and successful life: Our mutual love for the game of squash. And while it may seem strange to draw inferences about an individual´s character based on how he or she behaves on a squash court, I believe you can tell a lot about a person from such interactions. Moreover, I believe Brent would have thought so as well. While our racket skills were roughly comparable, I have no doubt Brent...

My deepest sympathies for the passing of Mr. Blackwelder. I am sending heartfelt prayers to everyone during this difficult time. Carole Kammel