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In a visit to Capitol, Jessie Diggins and other Olympians push for climate change solutions
By Jennifer Mcdermott, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 5 min read
Olympian Jessie Diggins visited Capitol Hill with her four medals in hand Wednesday to advocate for clean air, clean water and a healthy planet.America’s most decorated cross-country skier is part of “Protect Our Winters,” an athlete-driven environmental group that sent a coalition to Washington ...
Key takeaway ”Diggins retired from professional ski racing this year after earning bronze in the women’s 10‑kilometer interval start at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
As San Antonio residents consider the implications of climate change on their own community, the visit by Olympian Jessie Diggins and other athletes to Capitol Hill takes on added significance. The group's push for clean air, clean water, and a healthy planet resonates in a city where public health and environmental concerns often intersect. San Antonio's own experiences with air quality issues and water management challenges make the athletes' advocacy for strengthened Environmental Protection Agency regulations particularly relevant. The fact that Diggins and her colleagues are seeking bipartisan solutions to these problems is also noteworthy, given the diverse political landscape of Bexar County. As local leaders and residents grapple with the challenges of sustainability and environmental protection, the efforts of Diggins and Protect Our Winters offer a compelling example of the importance of persistent advocacy and collaboration in driving meaningful change.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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