I applaud the Times Record for its thoughtful and well-reasoned editorial in favor of prohibiting bear hounding, baiting, and trapping. It’s important for Maine people to understand how these barbaric practices affect bears, dogs, and the ecosystem. Your superb editorial will go a long way toward raising our collective consciousness.
Here in Maine, where hunting is a time-honored tradition, it takes courage to speak out against the abuses committed by the sport’s unsportsmanlike minority. It’s good to know that at least one Maine newspaper has that kind of courage. I hope others will follow your example.
Devon Gale Smith
Camden
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