Imprecise science puts fishermen out of business
Thank you for covering the Northeast Fisheries Summit held on March 8 in New Bedford. It is very important that the media continue coverage of the northeast fishing industry issues, but I would also ask that your coverage be as accurate as possible.
I wish to correct your characterization of my statement about the stock assessment science used in our region's fisheries management.
The story said, "Maine fisherman Jimmy Odlin, a member of the New England Fishery Management Council, joined those who accused NOAA of being 'arrogant' by making policy based on flawed science — and, in doing so, harming fishing families and communities. He drew applause when he said that he is angry at the idea that 'unsound science should be used to get people out of the business.'"
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