Long Beach Press-Telegram
By Jerry R. Schubel
Posted: 05/04/2010 08:20:11 PM PDT
California and the nation need a strong national ocean policy to help conserve our most valuable and iconic resources. The ocean is at the heart of our culture and economy, and is a true symbol of the California dream.
Our ocean is a key component of the state’s and the nation’s economic engine. The ocean provides jobs, food, recreation and tourism opportunities that rely on healthy ocean ecosystems. Protecting ocean resources protects our economy.