Arizonans Advocate for Continued Protection of National Monuments
In Arizona, a recent survey highlights the strong support among residents for the preservation of national monuments. Conducted by the environmental organization Grand Canyon Trust, the poll engaged 500 registered voters in the state, revealing a significant consensus on the importance of public lands.
The survey results indicate that Arizonans view government protection of public lands as essential. Pollster Anna Greenberg stated, “And one of the things that we’ve seen consistently throughout all of this research is that public lands and their natural beauty are really an essential part of identity in the West.”
Moreover, the respondents expressed a strong belief in the involvement of tribes in the stewardship of ancestral lands. An impressive 85% showed support for the new Baaj Nwaavjo I’itah Kukveni monument, which was officially designated by President Joe Biden in 2023. Despite this, environmental advocates were unable to prevent the activation of a uranium mine within the monument’s boundaries.
Amber Reimondo from the Grand Canyon Trust mentioned that organizations do not expect former President Trump to rescind these protections. She commented, “While it’s possible, I think it’s easy to say that any possible action against Baaj Nwaavjo national monument would be really political and not serving the interests of voters in Arizona.”
The poll carries a margin of error of 4%, underscoring the reliability of these findings in reflecting the views of Arizona’s populace.
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