Stop the Pebble Mine

Informing the public on the negative effects of the controversial Pebble Mine in Bristol Bay. Take action, stop the Mine! #nopebblemine #StopPebble

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The EPA has just released their evaluation of the Pebble Mine! Take action, help protect Bristol Bay at: http://t.co/wOoYXRqsRA

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Even without a leak, Pebble would damage Bristol Bay. A 2 mile wide pit, a 740 foot dam, 15 miles of tailing ponds http://t.co/euWLC2ToaU

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Alaska has seen fisheries harmed by mines before. The Red Dog mine adversely effected Dolly Varden. #StopPebble http://t.co/yHAZdYK5if

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A 2011 survey of over 9,000 native peoples in the Bristol Bay area showed that 81 percent of natives oppose the mine. http://t.co/FEvLkLKEXY

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A 2011 survey of over 9,000 native peoples in the Bristol Bay area showed that 81 percent of natives oppose the mine. Listen to the natives.

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Anglo-American abandons Pebble to focus on projects with "highest value and lowest risks." Too risky for AA mining = too risky for Alaska

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With the world's salmon population already a far cry from 100 years ago, efforts must be made to protect this renewable resource.

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Bristol Bay's salmon are important to the commercial fishing industry, subsistent fisherman, recreational fisherman, and Alaska's tourism.

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Bears, seals, otters, beavers, fish, eagles, hawks, sharks, whales, and PEOPLE, all rely on Bristol Bay's salmon for food. #StopPebble

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Jewelers, commercial and recreational fisherman, environmentalists, politicians, and celebrities have voiced their opposition to Pebble.

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Harmful contaminates from the mine would require storage behind huge dams...forever! Even after the mine is gone, the threat would remain.

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Destroying the salmon run is destroying a culture. Protect a culture. Stop the Pebble Mine. Read More at: http://t.co/u7OLIu1R68

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The mine may create jobs for up to 80 years, BUT the salmon industry HAS and WILL create jobs sustainably. Sustainability is key.

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Contamination from the mine is inevitable. Bristol Bay's challenges include earthquakes, severe weather, and complex drainage systems.

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During mining, copper could find its way into salmon spawning grounds. Copper has been shown to hinder key components involved in spawning.

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Bristol Bay's salmon run is a crucial aspect to the environment, the economy, and the Alaskan native culture. Protect Salmon. Stop Pebble.