Speaking purely on behalf of myself, Thomas took a pro-active approach. The Forest Service proposes to amend 36 CFR 251, and this comment addresses the validity of that proposal pursuant to Executive Order 12291 and the Administrative Procedure Act. This letter does not attempt to address every preceived shortcoming in the 100 page Forest Service proposal, but confines itself to those deficiencies which seem most egregious. Proposed Rule, page 2. Proposed Rule, cover page.
Examples are permits, easements and use agreements.
Id. page 59. Proposed Rule pgs 4 and 5. 559, Historical and Revision Notes. It is only through free debate and free exchange of ideas that government remains responsive to the will of the people and peaceful change is effected. The right to speak freely and to promote diversity of ideas and programs is therefore one of the chief distinctions that sets us apart from totalitarian regimes.