There's a long legacy of mining in the Kingman region (hence the paper's name) that is evidenced in these poll numbers:
Interior Secretary Ken Salazar indicates he'll favor a permanent ban on uranium mining in the Arizona Strip outside Grand Canyon National Park. Salazar's announcement was praised by environmental groups and harshly criticized by local officials, who say mining uranium has the potential to create thousands of jobs and millions in revenue.18%
Science is on Salazar's side
Protect the environment no matter what
There is no legitimate reason to ban mining in the area
Salazar is just another eco-nut
[Thanks to Larry Turner for passing along the link to this]
Please also consider other mineral operations in 'green' rare earths category, soon to be part of the new American minerals rush, under a blanket prohibition with uranium bearing minerals.
ReplyDeletethis is simply another avenue to restrict the freedom of us citizens. The freedom in reference is economic,social freedom and choices of life style.The larger government grows the less room there is for the citizens to enjoy there particular choices of life style, the more laws are passed to deny our freedom the less freedom we enjoy as u.s. citizens simply put for liberals sake, not wanting to (tax!), there brain.
ReplyDeleteScience is on Salazar's side. Protect the environment no matter what.
ReplyDeletePlease do not infringe on my right to live in a clean and safe environment and raise healthy children who respect this amazing world.