An article posted in Forbes shows just how little Democratic Gov. Brian Schweitzer cares about agriculture in our state. Schweitzer is trying to raise grazing fees for ranchers using state land to feed their cattle. He is hiding behind the fact that the money is for education, Which don't get me wrong education is a vital part of success for Montana's children. At some point we have to realize that we can't just keep taking from Montana farmers and ranchers. There are many struggling families just trying to make it from year to year. Every time new fees like this are imposed we lose many of them. Raising fees during economic uncertainty is extremely foolish. This possible increase also contradicts statements made earlier this spring stating that no new fees would be imposed. Democrats have lost sight of whats best for Montana. Something needs to be done before its too late.
Original Article:
http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2011/07/19/business-us-grazing-fees-montana_8572422.html
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