Political Quotes

On the recordJune 14, 2017
Conservation means the wise use of the earth and its resources for the lasting good of men.
Said by
Bruce Westerman
Republican · Arkansas

Editor's note · Context

Westerman cites Gifford Pinchot's definition of conservation to support his bill.

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