Species Saved???

Question

Why is it that Clinton was known for his infidelities, but not for the 500 some odd species that he protected???

Why is it that no one knows that Bush Sr protected half as much???

Further still, why doesn't anyone know that Bush Jr has only protected 60 some odd species in his 2 terms???

I am a new activist, but I have always voted. I am confused, dismayed and disgruntled.

I want to be an integral part in our conservation, I just don't know how to get started!!!

Answer 1

Probably because protecting species isn't really that important.  Is your life improved in any measurable way when a new species is listed?  Or is listing some peculiar sub-type of an otherwise thriving species more likely to harm someone by doing away with their livelihood?  Witness the Coho salmon in the Klamath river (Oregon).  

The Coho is a threatened species...BUT strangely their numbers have increased.  Oh wait...that can't be right.  Turns out that the genetically identical and virtually indistinguishable HATCHERY raised Coho can't be counted among the Coho population for purposes of determining their numbers.  

If you want to be a true conservationist instead of just an activist, try visiting a farm and see how close to the land these people live, and how much they care for it.

Answer 2

from answers to many such questions, you probably note who's the loudest and most rude.

seems that  "be nice"  doesn't get much attention,

whereas "get him before he gets you"  gets lots.

sad comment on society today.

Answer 3

Isn't species extinction just Evolution in action?

Answer 4

you keep on keeping on...you'll never know how many people will come across you question & how you just might prompt them to (also) take action...My thinking is that those who don't care seem to have a louder voice & are always willing to continuously regurgitate their beliefs thereby wearing those who do care down. Just keep moving forward....keep getting the info out there...good luck!!

don't let how slow other people are to come around wear you down...