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Being a conservative and conservationist not inconsistent says Gingrich in new book
Newt Gingrich attempts to find much-needed common ground in his new book, A Contract with the Earth. While acknowledging the polarization of Democrats and Republicans on environmental issues, his plea is for "bipartisan environmentalism," arguing that environmental stewardship should be on the agenda of both parties and all peoples, liberal or conservative. His book expresses an optimistic, hopeful view that the biggest issues of the century can be solved by the world's most entreprenuerial nation striking a proper balance between Government regulations and incentives.The book was co-authored by the former Speaker of the House and longtime friend and conservationist Terry L. Maple [former Atlanta Zoo chief] and features a foreward by renowned scientist and Pulitzer Prize winner E.O. Wilson.
Editor Vincent Burke says the book is for those who have an open mind on what the solutions to our environmental problems might be. He believes that many might be suprised to learn of Newt's extensive background in environmental issues. I learned that he was a former environmental studies professor, personally funded Atlanta Zoo animal purchases, and is a champion of the Chattahoochee River Greenway, a proposed 180 mile greenway along the Chattahoochee River. I'm a trail advocate, so that resonates with me.
Hopefully the book will be more than Gore-Gingrich posturing and will help bridge the divisions that are hampering progress on American environmental fronts.
Burke Sisco
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