The Tribes are saying what is not politically acceptable to many. That the work to save the salmon here in Washington State is too little, maybe too late. More protection is needed. Likely not only in the watersheds, which is the thrust of this article, but out at sea as well. For those of us spending hundreds of volunteer hours to try and help restore this natural treasure, it is gratifying that someone is willing to say the impolite thing. That the emperors clothes might not be there. Can we even begin to think of calling for a 10 year fishing ban, both in the Straits, but more importantly out at sea? Would that help? It’s a idea I have heard from old time white fishermen who made a living off salmon prior to Boldt, tribal fishermen, scientists working on the problem, and environmentalists.
Here’s the Tribes’ point of view, as articulated by Billie Frank, Jr.
Lynda Mapes reports.
http://seattletimes.com/html/othersports/2020068220_fish06m.html
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