Rep Russ Fulcher Public Land open letter.

[BuzzH]

I think it would be great to focus on the statements rather than the people making them- going into ad hominem territory is usually the first sign of the breakdown of self-discipline required for a good conversation.

That said: what specific statement do you find illogical?

That you provided exactly zero proof that Idaho can afford to manage what is now federal lands within its borders. Keep in mind that experts hired to prove it, all concluded there is no way Western States could afford it. Numerous firms were hired by state legislatures in Western States during PLT talks...for sure in Wyoming and Utah.

Just because you say you're good enough to play in the NBA doesn't mean you're going to be drafted.

Just because you say Idaho can afford it, doesn't mean they can.

 

[Straight Arrow]

I think it would be great to focus on the statements rather than the people making them- going into ad hominem territory is usually the first sign of the breakdown of self-discipline required for a good conversation.

That said: what specific statement do you find illogical?

"That said, there are very easy and obvious ways for them to improve their budget condition, as is the case with every other western state." Treeshark

Just an example of a glittering generality with no substance, no accurate information, no base of logical conclusion, nor valid realistic solution. It's merely an abstract opinion.
To "bite" into your bait of desiring to perpetuate, prolong, and stir more controversy would be to attempt to reply to your question further.
You would/will never accept what others present. It is not "good conversation". It's typically aversion to other's opinion ... no matter how well supported with truth, logic, and reality.

 

[Treeshark]

When some of the states we are discussing don’t even have a state income tax, do you not agree that they are not maximizing their ability to be self sufficient? That seems fairly self-evident, I’m surprised to hear you think that is a stretch.