Tom Vilsack actually said...

"We feel we are on solid ground. We feel that there is adequate factual and legal basis for us doing this."

"U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack has acknowledged the Oak Flat area as a 'special place' that should be protected from harm 'for future generations.'"

"We estimate 2,600 farmers will not... get the help they need to even put a plan together"

"We prevent wildfires. We promote healthy forests by timbering, and we promote robust rural economies."