Dear Editor: What is the Real Motivation Behind Roadless Rule Repeal?

Dear Editor,

What is the real motivation behind the roadless rule repeal?

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's roadless conservation rule was adopted about twenty-four years ago, with 95% of the 1.6 million public comments in favor of the rule. Since then, the rule has preserved and protected watersheds, fisheries, wildlife habitats, and enhanced recreational opportunities that many Montanans enjoy. I enjoy our pristine public lands and riparian areas for day hikes, backpacking, kayaking, morel mushroom hunting, and other activities multiple times a week. Access to our unspoiled public lands i...