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Football fans more important than farmers? The Governor responds to Radanovich’s letter

Posted by: Maven on October 29, 2009 at 5:46 am

From KSEE Channel 24 News, the Governor responds to Radanovich’s letter, questionning why he would waive environmental regulations for a new football stadium, but not do the same for the state’s farmers:

“Dear Mr. Radanovich,

Thank you for writing about the drought in California and my administration’s continuing work both to alleviate its effects now and build a safe, abundant water supply for the future. Regrettably, your letter was essentially an exercise in confusion, but I am glad it gives me an opportunity to clear up some of your impressions of these vitally important endeavors.

Based on my frequent contact and strong partnerships with Central Valley and agriculture industry representatives, my administration has taken every helpful step possible over the past several years to alleviate the effects of the drought. That includes pressing Secretary Locke and Secretary Salazar to reconsider the biological opinions that are bringing California agriculture to its knees; seeking federal disaster declarations to get drought victims the help they need and deserve; and proclaiming a state of emergency and issuing executive orders for the same reason.

Because I’m only interested in taking those steps that might actually help the individuals and industries suffering under this drought, I carefully studied the possibility of petitioning for the initiation of the “God Squad” and ultimately concluded that it makes little sense for California. …”

You can read the rest of the Governor’s response, plus Radanovich’s response to the Governor’s response, by clicking here. (The article also contains the text of Radanovich’s initial letter to the Governor, which was posted here yesterday.)

October 29, 2009 · Filed Under Wildlife & Endangered Species

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