So I am hopeful that, as we move forward with this effort, to have a 21st century conservation model that recognizes that these values and goals are embedded in the American people, will actually allow us to implement boots-on-the-ground conservation, and not just flowery language in courtrooms about the importance of the Endangered Species Act.
Hastings expresses hope for effective conservation efforts beyond legal rhetoric.
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