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"I firmly believe that the 32 years after Earth Day, America understands our obligation much more so than in the years past. That we must be careful of our actions. Americans understand that. Good stewardship is a personal responsibility of all of us. And it's a public value. And that's what's important for Americans to understand, that each of us have a responsibility, and it's a part of our value system in our country to assume that responsibility."
President George W. Bush, April 22, 2002
"As the nation's premier conservation agency, we take pride and care in the public lands and natural resources entrusted to us. No matter whether it's cleaning up acid mine drainage, encouraging recycling and waste management, or cost effective pollution prevention,
our Department will lead the way."
"That's why it's so important that we work with each other;
involve each other; benefit from each others creativity.
Not just because it helps us get along better.
Not just because it helps protect our nation's wild places,
endangered species and precious resources.
But because it is the right thing to do."
The Hon. Gale Norton, Secretary of the Interior
2001 DOI Conference on the Environment
March 8, 2001
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