OPINION: Speak out about our waters

Dear Editor,

Wisconsin has had a proud history of protecting our natural resources. In the past, state and national leaders from both parties have recognized the value of its water and other natural resources.

Today, protection of our natural resources is under attack by the Trump administration. The EPA has targeted 100 environmental regulations to be rolled back for the express purpose of empowering commercial exploitation at the expense of our environment. In March, a new EPA rule dramatically weakened the landmark Clean Water Act of 1973. More than 42 million acres of wetlands —about half the country’s total — will no longer be protected...

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Ken Notes: Well said but the environment is not high on any candidates radar screen these days...