Two interesting pieces the last two days in the Detroit and Minneapolis papers by outdoor writers. Eric Sharp of the Detroit Free Press muses why any angler or hunter would vote for Bush; he's for Kerry. Dennis Anderson of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports on a survey of sports"men" (an archaic term to be sure) that suggests they will turn out in key swing states at higher rates than the general populace -- and many are undecided. Incredibly.
http://www.startribune.com/stories/533/5045885.html
http://www.freep.com/sports/outdoors/outcol21e_20041021.htm
I've worked with many anglers and hunters over the years and contrary to the image among many non-outdoors types, most of these men and women are thoughtful, ethical, and deeply devoted to protection of what they call "the resource." Most that I know are closet Kerry supporters. But I don't doubt that many I don't know are undecided, in part because of the fear that any Democrat, even one who hunts like Kerry, will take away their firearms.
I hope they wake up and realize Bush is taking away the habitat and the opportunities that make hunting and fishing possible to begin with, thanks to his anti-conservation policies.
Posted by Dave at October 22, 2004 10:35 AM