As a result, conservatives tended to oppose environmentalism while liberals endorsed new measures to protect the environment. Liberals supported the Wilderness Society and the Sierra Club and were sometimes successful in blocking efforts by lumber companies and oil drillers to expand operations. Environmental legislation limited the use of DDT, reduced acid rain and protected numerous animal and plant species.
Conservatives usually opposed environmentalism, while liberals supported new measures to protect the environment. Liberals were often allies of the Wilderness Society and Sierra Club, sometimes opposing lumber companies and oil drillers' expansion plans. Environmental laws restricted DDT use, reduced acid rain, and protected various animal and plant species.