interested party: SD Peace and Justice: just say no to uranium mining

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SD Peace and Justice: just say no to uranium mining

At least one South Dakota Republican calls it the "fed's war on energy" when it's really Big Energy's war on the Earth.

The General Mining Act of 1872 basically gave away the rights to natural resources as a way to spur development of the American West. This act is still in effect, and it’s now used to rob us of our birthright. A foreign entity can create a U.S. subsidiary, file for mineral rights, and take whatever hard-rock minerals are produced without paying a cent to “we the people.” This has happened frequently throughout our country. As often as not, after taking these resources the company shuts down or files for bankruptcy, leaving a huge mess for taxpayers. The classic example is the Gilt Edge Mine Superfund site near Deadwood. [Jim Petersen]

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Wild Horses of Red Rock

After consulting with the Horse Shelter and an equine veterinarian Donnamarie and Larry have decided that the best way to protect ten free-roaming horses is to keep them in their care. Forage is scarce and the only water available is from wells on their property so the four mares that will foal very soon will be safe, well cared for and as wild as possible. About fifteen acres is fenced with horse-safe wire but the gate is always open so the herd can come and go as they please. The couple has been buying hay and so far that is working but the three stallions need to be gelded and that is expensive so we're asking you to pony up to help defray the cost.