I would caution that the proper research must be undertaken prior to making a firm decision as to what is best for our fish. Before giving credence to the information found in the article "Friends and Enemies of Fish in Congress", look at the organizations that are actively involved in supplying the data, i.e., the League of Conservation Voters and the Sierra Club. Both of these groups have track records of an extremely opininated liberal nature that pervades many different issues of the day, including fish!
Another point to take to heart is the fact that you cannot weigh (or vote) for a politician based on just a single (fish) issue. Do the research supplied by other available sources, particularily those sources of a more conservative nature. Of course most sources will be biased to various degrees on key issues however you will generally find that most conservative sources are more to the point with the facts than those that hold a more liberal slant. A key point to remember is the 180 degree shift that both Gore and his running mate have made in order to become more politically correct; and this has been with all issues!
The main point I am trying to make is to look at all sides of an issue along with all sides of a candidate and not just the one side that an individual, a group, a web site, an organization, or a political party wants you to see. Once accomplished it will be much easier for all of us to make the correct decision on election day! Keep those new lines tight...Tom