On the recordJune 14, 2017
I cannot imagine a universe where anyone thinks that status quo at the Forest Service is acceptable, particularly in regards to the fires that we have been facing.
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Cantwell expresses disbelief that the current Forest Service policies are deemed acceptable amid fire crises.
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