On Tuesday, a coalition of 43 Alabama organizations released a joint letter calling on state and federal lawmakers to speak out and oppose any efforts to privatize the Tennessee Valley Authority.

The coalition includes labor unions, civic organizations, faith communities and nonprofits, warning that privatization would raise electricity costs, eliminate jobs and weaken current environmental protections.

“TVA has been one of the most transformative public investments in our state’s history,” the letter reads. “Privatization would put that at risk, leading to higher energy bills, fewer protections for consumers, loss of good union jobs and more pressure to cut corners on safety and environmental stewardship.”

“While we come from different sectors and perspectives, we are united in calling

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