The implications of this designation can be economically devastating to local economies.

The National Blueways Order appears to have originated through a leftist environmental organization called 'American Rivers.'

It is a cleansing thing, according to this bizarre philosophy that seems to have developed within your department.

To ensure that the public has an adequate opportunity to provide its input, I concur that an extension is necessary.

The Park Service says this is necessary to comply with a settlement agreement reached with the most radical and nihilistic fringe of the environmental Left.

We understand that an accounting of the flood repair funds has been demanded by Congressman Tom McClintock.

I submit these comments greatly troubled by the adverse and lasting effects this would have on Yosemite and the many visitors who enjoy the park.

More than 80 percent--in fact, substantially more than 80 percent were against this plan.

Just a few more. Ms. Brown, a bipartisan group of congressmen asked for an extension of the public comment period.

The public is crying out for congressional intervention, Mr. Chairman, and I thank you for taking the first step toward saving Yosemite National Park for the public use, resort, and recreation that was promised to the American people…

I want to thank Chairman Bishop for arranging this hearing in response to the public outcry against proposals by the National Park Service that would radically alter the purpose, nature and use of Yosemite National Park.

The NPS proposal would remove long-standing tourist facilities from Yosemite Valley, including bicycle and raft rentals, snack facilities, gift shops, horseback riding, the ice skating rink at Curry Village, the arts center, the grocery…