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Sierra Club Faces Crisis After Leadership Shakeup

11/8/2025

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Story summary

The Sierra Club fired Ben Jealous as chief executive officer, worsening instability.
The organization shifted from environmental issues to social justice, causing a 60% member loss since 2019 and layoffs.
An employee union expansion secured a 30% salary increase, but many supporters feel alienated by the direction.
Donations surged during U.S. President Donald Trump’s presidency, but the Sierra Club now struggles financially and has not recovered after his reelection.

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Story summary

The Sierra Club fired Ben Jealous as chief executive officer, worsening instability.
The organization shifted from environmental issues to social justice, causing a 60% member loss since 2019 and layoffs.
An employee union expansion secured a 30% salary increase, but many supporters feel alienated by the direction.
Donations surged during U.S. President Donald Trump’s presidency, but the Sierra Club now struggles financially and has not recovered after his reelection.