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Originally Posted by Pookie
Under our system of government, we elect representatives to speak for us. In the big scheme of things, this is not a big issue. However, if enough fishermen get riled up over the issue, it becomes an issue to our reps. I was talking to a politician last night, and he described it best when he stated that mercury in a cup is pretty manageable, but once you spill the cup, it is nearly impossible to contain the mercury again.
Originally, I claimed that this matter would not become the law of the land until a judge decided so. I stand by that, with one simple addition; an act of Congress. Alexander can submit the bill, and who is going to vote against it? Does anybody think that the Congressman from Iowa or Delaware care what Tennessee fishermen do? Lamar can make it happen for us, if he will.
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I hope a bill is drafted and everyone votes for it. I really do. The unfortunate truth is that a Congressman in Iowa or Delaware does not care what fishermen in Tennessee do - in fact - they'd only expose themselves to risk. If they signed a bill that amended these "safety" rules and another accident was to happen below a dam the spotlight will be on them.
The revenue from almost 900,000 anglers buying fishing licenses in Tennessee does not benefit Iowa or Delaware?
I wonder if the vendor awarded the $2.6 million contract for buoy installation paid a referral fee?
I realize this conspiracy theory is not accurate - I'm just venting.