12/05/1978
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"It is most fitting that we demonstrate our concern for future generations by extending comprehensive protection to the marine equivalents of Yosemite, Big Bend, the Great Smokies, and the Everglades."
"We cannot ignore the environmental consequences of our activities."
"I have approved a proposal by the Department of Commerce to designate the 6-mile area surrounding Santa Barbara Island and the Northern Channel Islands as the Channel Islands Marine Sanctuary."
"What is true, however, is that Soviet propaganda has exploited Anderson's similar false allegations to inspire anti-American sentiments in Iran and elsewhere."