Journal Sentinel Blasts GOP Assembly Vote On Mercury

A few Assembly Republicans think weak mercury rules are good for Wisconsin, but the public interest is better served by stronger rules, the Journal Sentinel correctly points out.

There are some who argue that the new rules will be too expensive, or are being imposed improperly.

In a word: bunk.


Mercury is a toxic poison and our wonderful lakes and streams are full of fish that are made unsafe to eat by mercury contamination.

A healthier, safer Wisconsin environment is a draw for business development and tourist dollars, too.

Let's get the new rule in place as quickly as possible.