From the folks at avaaz.org:
"The Grand Canyon, one of America's greatest treasures, is threatened by a huge wave of Uranium mining -- and the deadline for public comment is almost over.
For two years, a hard-won moratorium on mining has protected the Canyon, but the ban is now set to expire. If the federal government doesn't renew it, a "Uranium Rush" of mining would permanently scar the face of this unique and priceless land, devastate local communities, and endanger water supplies for millions who live nearby.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to an overwhelming public response, the Bureau of Land Management has extended the public comment period until May! Make sure to add your voice to the discussion and to let the government know that the American public will not tolerate highly destructive practices in the Grand Canyon. Sign the petition, or write or call President Obama and Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar:
President Obama's contact information:
Telephone: (202) 456-1111
www.whitehouse.gov
Ken Salazar's contact information:
Telephone: (202) 208-3100
e-mail: [email protected]
(Photo by flickr user Fundenberg, shared under a creative commons license.)
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