It’s difficult to choose a new doctor
The government is considering a first-of-its-kind national directory of health care providers. Here are our ideas on how to make that directory work for us.
Tell Whole Foods to take the lead on reducing plastic waste
Whole Foods claims that its mission is to "nourish people and the planet," so why is there so much wasteful plastic packaging on its shelves?
PIRG is an advocate for the public interest. We speak out for the public and stand up to special interests on problems that affect the public's health, safety and wellbeing.
The Latest
Statement: EPA directs states on curbing PFAS pollution
Filter First Colorado
Updates
New bipartisan poll shows 79% support for CFPB
Federal Reserve proposes climate principles for large banks
CFPB implements recommendations to improve consumer user experience
Buy less, give more
A holiday gift guide to help you buy less stuff — maybe even buy nothing — and give more joy
I like that PIRG digs down and finds ways the system has been rigged against our long-term welfare and tries to translate that into legislative and legal action at the state, local and national levels.Nick Bridge, Member
PIRG will keep working until the job’s done
When I buy something, I think I own it. I don't want to have to ask anyone's permission to open it up and try to fix it.
We need to stand up to companies that profit when we throw stuff away
As there is ever more to be done, I like that WashPIRG works to solve important issues while educating the public about them, and is playing an active role on many fronts.Frank Kroger, Member
Solving important issues while educating the public
I decided to support an organization that doesn’t seem to rely on partisan politics to accomplish goals, and as a pediatrician, I have been especially interested in OSPIRG’s projects that impact the health of children and infants...Patricia Jett, Member
I decided to support an organization that doesn’t…rely on partisan politics to accomplish goals
I’ve continued to support PIRG’s work because I want to help to eliminate single-use plastics, protect the planet and save the bees, and address consumer protection issues.Don Ewing, Member
