One major shortcoming of relying on the political process to achieve environmental objectives (or most any other objective) is that … More
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Secretary Zinke recommends modifying ten national monuments
After an intense, months-long review of national monuments, Secretary Zinke delivered his report with recommendations to the President on August … More
Secretary Zinke’s Bears Ears recommendation would empower tribes and promote better stewardship
Last week, Interior Secretary Zinke released an interim report suggesting that the boundaries of Bears Ears National Monument should be redrawn and management of the area reconsidered. In less than a day, before knowing what the new boundaries or management would be, lawsuits were threatened. If carried out, the proposal will empower tribes, promote better stewardship, and limit unnecessary regulation.