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thanks, ed b.
basswipe, i put the word respected in quotes for that exact reason - our view may not be as respected, but to others, they are respected organizations. it's not just the "hollywood types" that donate. there are hundreds, if not thousands of people in politics, business, or just plain rich that support these organizations and their views. you may never even hear from some of these people as they just give a donation. and, they may not donate $20 or $100 to these organizations, they may donate millions at one time. my point being, they have financial funding - big time. so, research is easily done and paid for while smaller organizations have to do all they can just to scratch for money to "fight for our cause". is that fair? no, but that's the way it seems to work.
now, i'm not saying greenpeace or audubon are equal in their beliefs, but they both have large followings and receive much in donations. that's why i grouped them, as both will favor the plover in this type of debate.
and, just to break off the plover for a minute, do you think that's the only bird or wild animal these organizations could "protect" on our beaches? there are other birds listed on the endangered species list and the same rules could be moved to them next. it is our job as public citizens to understand the laws (both state and federal) when it comes to our rights and the rights of these protected species. to sit back and complain about it on a msg forum helps no one. be one that can respond factually if confronted by someone who sees the view from the other side of the river and not go by what you "hear", which may not have any foundation. even tho' it was edited and removed by sandman, he had some facts to back his position. how many of us here can do the same instead of just shouting the "taste like chicken" stance?
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