COMMENTARY: What the endangered species act means to the Great Lakes

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Efforts are underway to weaken the Endangered Species Act, commonly referred to as the most important wildlife conservation law in American history.  Environmentalists say if the proposed changes are made, the interests of mining, gas, logging, and ranching will outweigh wild creatures that live throughout the U.S.  Proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act include reducing the role of scientists in identifying endangered and threatened species, and letting politicians weigh financial interests against survival of certain plants and animals.  Read the full story by the Detroit Public TV.

 

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