I understand the biology, but the politics less so.

This seems like a rare opportunity where the priorities of the citizens of the US Pacific NW and the coastal tribes should be squarely aligned. Even though there's competition for local stocks when they return between these two user groups, a rising tide would float all boats, so to speak.

Working in collaboration might be a rare chance for synergy here (or am I way off base?),

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