As humanity has had a very hard year that most are happy to see come to an end, on this day marking the longest night of the year environmental scientists, activists, and ocean lovers have something to celebrate. There is a ray of light shining through the darkness!
"President Obama has permanently banned oil and gas drilling in most U.S. Arctic waters and huge portions of the U.S. Atlantic Ocean!" The following is a statement from NRDC president Rhea Suh: “This is a historic victory in our fight to save our Arctic and Atlantic waters, marine life, coastal communities and all they support. “President Obama used a law employed by multiple presidents to establish these essential protections. There has never been a more important time or more fragile ecosystems for this type of presidential action. “Today’s bold bi-lateral announcement between Canada and the United States shows North America is leading the world in preserving the Arctic for future generations. President Obama and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have created an indelible legacy as true stewards of the most fragile and threatened ecosystem in the world, and we urge the other Arctic leaders to follow suit."' (via nrdc.org )
Thank you to President Obama! The fact that he actually listened to the people, believes in climate science, and has the heart to protect the future of the ocean's fragile ecosystem and the environment is a blessing. I am tremendously grateful that at the end of his second term, Obama is protecting the oceans against the greedy oil tycoons and climate change deniers that are soon to be taking over the United States Govt. The future in the next four to eight years in America is uncertain, but as for today... Today is a good day! Happy Winter Solstice!
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Thank you for taking the time! ❤️
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