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"Michigan's rivers are a precious resource to all
those who choose to enjoy them. It is our responsibility to do everything
possible to ensure they remain in immaculate condition."
The above is an exact quote from a
letter received from Representative Johnson, dated January 22, 2003 in
response to a letter my wife and I sent him in support of the Natural River
designation of the Pine and upper Manistee Rivers. Without
exception, the opponents of Natural River designation express a concern for
protecting the resource. Also without exception, they are opposed to
every reasonable means of protecting the rivers. It's time for the
opponents to either explain how they intend to protect rivers without
implementing some land use restrictions or for them to admit they don't care
about rivers. So, Mr. Johnson, how do you intend to ensure this precious
resource remains in immaculate condition?
Matt Johnstone
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