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“The Federal Government has a responsibility to manage wisely those public lands and forests under its jurisdiction necessary in the interest of the public as a whole. ... In the utilization of these lands, the people are entitled to expect that their timber, minerals, streams and water supply…” quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower
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“The Federal Government has a responsibility to manage wisely those public lands and forests under its jurisdiction necessary in the interest of the public as a whole. ... In the utilization of these lands, the people are entitled to expect that their timber, minerals, streams and water supply, wildlife and recreational values should be safeguarded, improved and made available not only for this but for future generations.”

Dwight D. Eisenhower

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Source Speech: Remarks on Public Lands Management, 1955

Government must steward natural resources responsibly, balancing current use with future preservation.

In simple terms: Manage lands wisely for today and tomorrow.

Key Takeaway

Implement sustainable land‑use policies.

Themes

environment public policy intergenerational equity

Mood

serious hopeful

Type

policy environmental

When to use this quote

  • urban planning
  • forestry
  • water management
  • community advocacy

Key Concepts

resource management conservation ethics public trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can citizens hold officials accountable?
  • What trade‑offs are acceptable for development?
A Different Perspective

Political pressures may prioritize short‑term gains.

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