I do think we need to try hard to stop the kind of fanatical hatred we see from some on both sides of the spectrum. I plan to cut Bush all the slack he earns on environmental issues. That said, there have been several instances of his administration showing little concern for our salmon, Columbia River draw downs, a salmon recovery plan the courts have found to be woefully inadequate, attempts to loosen dam relicensing rules, etc. etc. We need to hold all politicians feet to the fire when they fail to protect our resources. In case you may think my complaints are based solely on my political leaning I was quick to criticize Clinton, in my columns, on several occasions when his administration voted against our salmon and steelhead.

I don't think our fish have a political affiliation and they need all the help they can get. The RFA is a strong bipartisan voice for the fish and the fishermen. Check them out.