Should the Endangered Species Act be repealed?

Answer 1

The Act should not be repealed. Just because industry want to exploit natural resources, is no reason to harm animals. Just because some hunter wants a rare trophy for his wall is no reason to let him get it. Industry and hunters have to learn they can't always get what they want.

I want a harem and a limo. Will I get what I want? Not likely. Why should they get their way and not me?

Answer 2

NO, it should NOT be repealed. There's a purpose for every creature on this earth. Yes, some species have died out, even within my lifetime, and the world is a sadder place for it. It would be wonderful to see a real dodo instead of some artist's impression of it. More importantly, for every species that becomes extinct, it damages the ecological balance of the earth. It may seem a little thing at present, but who knows what the consequences could be in the future.

For Americans, I'd like to remind people that it wasn't too long ago that our national symbol, the Bald Eagle, was on the endangered species list. What would it say of us if it were allowed to die out? It would be a terrible thing if we cared so little about our national symbol that we would allowed it to become extinct.

Can we really face our grandchildren and proudly say that we couldn't be bothered to lift a finger to prevent it?

Answer 3

I don't think it should. Humans lack self control without a deterrant, this would simply result in us killing off more species, put simply. But there are people who would disagree, I have yet to talk with anyone that would want it repealed, but they do exist. Farmers for example, their land is being taken away for the species on this list.

Though the Government could do a bit more on their part by not spending so much money on paper work and take more action.

Answer 4

Absolutely not, in fact it should be strengthened and enforced more effectively.
Every species plays a role on this planet and we are as a whole much poorer for each species we exterminate. We shouldn't only ask what they can offer us, i.e. in terms of pharmacological cures, products, etc. but these are valid concerns if that is the only argument that works for some.
As a biologist myself, and an ethical humanist, I tend to just appreciate each species for the genetic and artistic wonder each truly is on this planet.

Answer 5

If you did you would be putting some Questioners and Answerers in grave danger. Who would want to do such a hare brained thing. Some species would disappeared already without this act. The Sea Otter would be an example.

Answer 6

It really depends on what you want for your kids. As species become extict there is less oportunity to learn about their lives and things. Me personally I say no, it has done some good in the past like with our national bird the eagle.