National Center for Public Policy Research press release, July 26, 2005.
• Referring to the initial draft of an Endangered Species Act reform bill.
• Referring to the initial draft of an Endangered Species Act reform bill.
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The protections offered to private landowners are a lot like having the French on your side in war – largely symbolic.
— David A. Ridenour
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• Referring to the initial draft of an Endangered Species Act reform bill." to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About David A. Ridenour
David A. Ridenour (March 28, 1962–) is Vice President of The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative, non-profit, educational foundation based in Washington, D.C.
About David A. Ridenour
David A. Ridenour (March 28, 1962–) is Vice President of The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative, non-profit, educational foundation based in Washington, D.C.
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