Something in the 2004 Archives

Are we going to preserve or are we going to lay waste to the planet? Too many private property rights will bring our lifestyle down. We need a balance and Pombo is NOT balanced.

From SF Chronicle artcle

"PROFILE: REP. RICHARD POMBO
Lawmaker's agenda just part of his nature
Congressman finds fault with federal environmental rules"
Zachary Coile, Chronicle Washington Bureau
Monday, May 3, 2004
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"At 43, he is the youngest chairman in the House, having jumped over nine more senior Republicans on the committee to win the job last year, with the strong backing of House Majority Leader Tom DeLay, R-Texas. Pombo, known on Capitol Hill for his ostrich-skin boots and fund-raising ability, convinced Republican leaders he could spearhead a more aggressive effort by the party to reshape federal environmental policy."
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Pombo supported by Tom Delay? AND he is an "accomplished" fund-raiser? Very interesting.

Lets hope we find out more soon! Before the planet can no longer sustain rich biodiversity!