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Thinning seems like the most balanced approach to forest management yet. Sometimes it seems like the loggers want to continue to mow the forests where big trees are left, and some enviros want to keep the woods untouched forever everywhere. Thinning seems like ok middle ground, especially with some biomass energy generation. Opening more of the Deschutes National Forest (where I live) to firewood cutting would also help clear the forest of dead and down trees. Removing such wood would help reduce fire danger and promote larger tree growth.
cheers, wade
Ps nice to meet you David.

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Prisons are unsustainable subsidized institutions. The government could put the same amount of money into education facilities that would help the community much more. Teachers and staff vs. prison guards what is the better option. What will benefit the community or the state all together. Also, prisons will experience layoffs in poor economic times.

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