If certain events continue, much of America's natural beauty will become nothing more than a memory. The natural beauty of America is a treasure found nowhere else in the world. Our forests, waters, grasslands and wildlife must be wisely protected and used. I urge all citizens to join the effort to save America's natural beauty... it's our America - do something to preserve its beauty, strength and natural wealth.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Disney warns America's natural beauty may be lost without protection. He urges citizens to preserve forests, waters, and wildlife.
- In plain terms
- Nature is a unique treasure that needs active preservation by everyone.
- What can you take from it?
- Protect nature through collective action.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What natural places do you value?
- How can you help preserve them?
Another view
Individual action may be insufficient without systemic policy change.
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