During these troubled times I would like to state that I am commited to protect and preserve the public lands that belong to us all throughout the Americas . . . to defend public lands from threats such as climate change and fossil fuel development . . . support equitable access to the outdoors for all people . . . protect wildlife and habitats to ensure healthy ecosystems for future generations . . . advocate for sustainable policies that safeguard clean air, water and the natural beauty of our hemisphere.