Alex Craven, alex.craven@sierraclub.org, 802.999.8967
SEDRO WOOLLEY, WA -- Upwards of 65 people gathered today as Secretary Zinke visited Washington. With signs opposing Zinke’s monuments mistakes, offshore drilling proposals, park fee hikes, oil and gas leases, and his general disregard for our public lands, the message of opposition to the Secretary’s sell out was clear.
In response Alex Craven, Washington Organizer for Sierra Club’s Our Wild America campaign issued the following statement.
“It’s clear Sec. Zinke’s top priority is what can be drilled, mined, fracked. Nothing he says can be trusted given his history of doublespeak and even outright lies. Our country’s parks and public lands are absolutely vital to our way of life, our outdoor economy, and a healthy future. They should not be entrusted to someone who cares so little for them. It’s time for Secretary Zinke to go.”
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