Wednesday, 4 February 2009

Wildlifegate

Which is more important: protecting the interests of large corporations seeking to explore Alaskan resources, ensuring that groups who hunt for sport have plenty of prey OR keeping an eye on the future of our planet by taking steps to protect these creatures?



Sarah Palin doesn't like her policies regarding the preservation of Alaskan wildlife to be challenged and responds by making herself into the victim. As usual.

Professor Rick Steiner of the University of Alaska wrote an excellent article in which he looks into the Governor's record on environmental issues. It was published back in September 08 but it's still very topical. After all, her record is as abysmal now as it was then.