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Taft Speech Frames Conservation Policy for Nation’s Resources
President Taft outlines conservation as an economic and national priority, detailing land categories and proposed management. He argues for state powers, federal leases for coal and oil lands, and strengthened forest and water power regulation to prevent waste and ensure public benefit. He cautions against broad federal overreach while urging practical, revenue-conscious stewardship.
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