President Biden Issues Statement on Protecting Arctic Lands, Wildlife in Alaska
September 07, 2023
September 07, 2023
WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- President Biden issued the following statement on Sept. 6, on protecting the Arctic lands and wildlife in Alaska:
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Alaska is home to many of America's most breathtaking natural wonders and culturally significant areas. As the climate crisis warms the Arctic more than twice as fast as the rest of the world, we have a responsibility to protect this treasured region for all ages.
Canceling all remaining oil and gas leases issued un . . .
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Alaska is home to many of America's most breathtaking natural wonders and culturally significant areas. As the climate crisis warms the Arctic more than twice as fast as the rest of the world, we have a responsibility to protect this treasured region for all ages.
Canceling all remaining oil and gas leases issued un . . .