[Broad Bill]

Dave I know but everyone else might not. Your points, all joking aside, are right on the money and one of the many problems we face with the way salt water fisheries are being managed. The entire system, top to bottom, is broken for reasons most people couldn't begin to comprehend.

NMFS controls the data, they control the systems, they control MRIP which is an abortion, they make the quota decisions and are the ultimate sign off of each state's regulations. So in other words they control everything and have the backing of a cabinet seat that favors economic results, not recreational activities. Anywhere you find the amount of money involved in this industry and government, you'll find copious amounts of corruption and at the end of the day that's what this is all about. Line the pockets of politicians, corrupt officials and who knows how many conglomerates like Cooke Inc. Recreational anglers aren't going to kick money back for little Joey's tuition so it knocks our sector to the back of the line in the list of priorities side by side with fisheries management itself and the environment.