Quote by Gale Norton

Why has it seemed that the only way to protect the environment is with heavy-handed government regulation?

Why has it seemed that the only way to protect the environme

Summary

This quote suggests that heavy-handed government regulation appears to be the only viable means to protect the environment effectively. It implies that alternative approaches, whether less regulatory or market-based, have been considered insufficient or ineffective. The quote prompts an analysis of the reasons behind such a perception and explores potential explanations, such as the complexity of environmental issues, the need for collective action, or the belief that individual or market actions alone may not adequately address environmental challenges.

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Environmental

By Gale Norton

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