In fact, all access is threatened until Clinton and Gore decide what the definition of pre-European is. That is the way the system was designed and that is the way the system works. Because they have been excluded from the process just like you and me. That's what is wrong. There are rules and regulations in place, but they go around those rules and regulations.
Public involvement is most often non-existent.
That's not right. And that is why the Representatives and Senators care. They cannot be held responsible for things that occur during their terms in Washington, DC if they have no knowledge of the actions or issues or if they have no input. That's where your job comes in. It is up to you to let your Representatives and Senators know what is happening and what you think about it.