"We are no longer known as the fishing industry. We are now 'the regulated community'! What's next? The great unwashed?"
The New Bedford Standard-Times "Quotable Voice" selected three quotable quotes related to the recent U.S. Senate Commerce Oceans Subcommittee field hearing held on Beacon Hill. The three quotes follow:
"We are no longer known as the fishing industry. We are now 'the regulated community'! What's next? The great unwashed?"
Fishing consultant Jim Kendall of New Bedford, reacting to the term used by Eric Schwaab, director of the National Marine Fisheries Service.
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"I'd hoped that in her testimony, NOAA administrator Dr. Jane Lubchenco would provide solid solutions and a clear vision for a better future for our fishing families. Instead, question after question … (was) answered evasively and with equivocation."
New Bedford Mayor Scott W. Lang, who is now calling for Lubchenco's resignation for her treatment of the fishing industry.
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"Just give a straight answer. It could be yes. It could be no. You don't have to hire someone to take the SAT for you."
Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., a strong supporter of the fishing industry, reacting to NOAA Administrator Jane Lubchenco's responses to questions at a hearing Monday in Boston.
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