1. United States
2. Minn.
3. Letter

The proposed mining project near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) poses a significant risk to the region's pristine waters and fragile ecosystem. As a vast interconnected watershed, any potential contamination from mining activities could irreversibly damage this national treasure. We must prioritize safeguarding the BWCAW's unspoiled natural resources over extractive industries that prioritize short-term profits over long-term environmental preservation. I urge you to uphold the existing mining ban and reject any efforts to undermine critical protections for this iconic wilderness area. The BWCAW is a priceless ecological and recreational asset that must be zealously defended for current and future generations.