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And, leaders in Congress are seeking to rewrite wildlife laws to favor wealthy industry bosses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The damage is already being done to wildlife and the people who work to protect them. We&#8217;ve heard stories of endangered species recovery efforts being stalled and outright stopped. When species are on the brink, delay often means doom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But our community has power if we speak with one voice. Now is the time for collective action to turn up the heat. 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