"Tired of the constant warnings about eating the fish and engaging in recreational activities on the Great Lakes? Then let your congressmen know.
Nothing is likely to change unless Congress provides the money needed to clean up the greatest bodies of fresh water in the world."
Yes -- but. The states have to take the lead and put up significant new money first. One, to demonstrate they really care and aren't just seeking handouts. Two, because the more of the cleanup money comes from the feds, the more the feds will think they have a claim on the Lakes -- including exporting them as need be when water demands in the Sunbelt accelerate.
http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050221/OPINION02/502210302
Posted by Dave at February 21, 2005 08:54 AM