Public opinion and interest-group positions on Chesapeake Bay issues: implications for resource management

Journal Article · Wed Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1980 · Coast. Zone Manage. J.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1080/08920758109361888· OSTI ID:6046429

Florestano, P S; Rathbun, P A

This research examines public opinion on a number of topics regarding the use and management of the Chesapeake Bay. At the same time, a comparison is made of the various citizen attitudes with policies advocated by selected interest groups in the Bay area. The findings show that the interest-group policies are generally in consonance with citizen attitudes on environmental and Bay-related issues. Among the most important areas of agreement is the belief held by citizens and interest groups alike that the increased need for energy is not necessarily of more importance than environmental preservation. 11 references, 2 figures, 1 table.

• OSTI ID: 6046429
• Journal Information: Coast. Zone Manage. J.; (United States), Journal Name: Coast. Zone Manage. J.; (United States) Vol. 9:1; ISSN CZMJB
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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29 ENERGY PLANNING, POLICY, AND ECONOMY
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290400* -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Energy Resources
ATLANTIC OCEAN
BAYS
CHESAPEAKE BAY
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
GOVERNMENT POLICIES
INTEREST GROUPS
PUBLIC OPINION
PUBLIC POLICY
RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
SEAS
SURFACE WATERS