A champion of environmental protection

Greg has dedicated his life to environmental protection. He is considered by many to be the leading environmental legislator in Harrisburg. He has received numerous statewide environmental awards.

Greg has served for 29 years on the Environmental Resource and Energy Committee -- seven as Democratic Chairman.

His primary focus has been on climate and energy and was the first Pennsylvania legislator to introduce climate change legislation.

Greg has also been recognized as a strong advocate for brick and mortar public schools, women’s rights, criminal justice reform, sensible gun control policies, government reform, and equality for all under the law.

Greg has often been referred to as “the Conscience of the Legislature” because of the principled stands he takes on issues. he is not afraid to speak truth to power. His frank and blunt style often puts him at odds with powerful politicians.

Greg is a lifetime resident of Haverford Township and graduate of St. Joseph’s Prep. He received his B.S in Economics (cum laude) from Villanova University and his J.D from Villanova University School of Law.

As a solo practitioner in Havertown for 12 years, Greg learned both how laws affect real people and how to run a small business.

In 1992, building on his success as a community activist and knocking on nearly every door in the legislative district, Greg became the first Democrat ever elected to the 166th Legislative District of Pennsylvania. He has been reelected 16 times, winning with his own brand of “shoe leather” campaigning - not special interest money.

As an adjunct professor at Villanova University, Greg taught classes on state and local government.