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A Sad Sea Change.(Letter to the Editor)
The subject of our July 14 cover story on dying oceans distressed readers, who applauded our reportage. "I feel overwhelmed and powerless," said one. Another lamented, "Governments view ecosystems as resources to be exploited." A third simply stated, "Dead oceans, dead mankind."
Save Our Last Frontier
I thank and applaud you for your responsible July 14 cover story, "Are the Oceans Dying?" It is vital to our planet and our own survival that each of us takes our head out of the sand and becomes proactive. Unfortunately, there wasn't any information in your article on where to find updates or how to get involved. Like most people, I feel overwhelmed and ...
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Source: HighBeam Research, A Sad Sea Change.(Letter to the Editor)