Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 25, 2015
Recreation and tourism are not substitutes for responsible resource development on federal lands.
Said by
Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

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Murkowski argues that resource development is essential alongside recreation and tourism.

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