SUN JOURNAL • August 23, 2023
Yes, the nearly 85% of Mainers who do not hunt or trap should have a say in how wildlife is managed here (“Outdoors in Maine: Should anti-hunting activists be included in shaping wildlife management strategies?,” Aug. 12). This helps to ensure that our wildlife decisions take account of the best available science, evolving public attitudes and the substantial economic contributions and perspectives of non-hunters in respect to wildlife management. Mainers who take a broader view deserve a seat at the table when crucial decisions are made about the fate of wildlife in their state. ~ Katie Hansberry, Maine state director, Humane Society of the United States