A Letter From The President
Administratrion Out Of Step With American People
William H. Meadows
Rarely has Washington been so out of step with the American people on environmental protection. There is pressure to turn the biological heart of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and some of our most stunning Rockies landscapes into oil fields. Undisturbed portions of our national forests, in 38 states, could be roaded and logged. Funding to protect our national parks and other natural treasures is in jeopardy.
Fortunately, people in our line of work have learned not to let threats to the environment wear them down. Here in the nation’s capital and wherever I travel I see determination and hope in the eyes of those who are committed to protecting our natural treasures. The louder the drumbeat of development, the stronger the trumpet championing conservation. For example, we are working with our partners to energize the “conservation majority” this summer by taking the message of Arctic Refuge protection to county fairs, state parks, and other public gathering places. We want members of Congress to hear the voices of the American people, who believe that it is our job to pass on our natural heritage to future generations.
As Wilderness Society members, you have helped safeguard America’s wilderness, water, and wildlife. Thank you very much for your commitment. I urge you to take a few moments this summer, when so many of us are enjoying our national parks and forests, to tell your representatives in Congress to be good stewards of our inheritance. Remind them that they are also responsible for our natural security.
-- William H. Meadows
