Conservation That Works: Practical Stewardship Over Globalist Overreach
The Trump administration’s proposal to adjust regulations under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) reflects a long-overdue shift toward practical, results-driven environmental policy. At the upcoming CITES meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, the U.S. team, joined by Canada, is advocating for the reclassification of the peregrine falcon from endangered to a less restrictive status. This move is not a retreat from conservation but a celebration of its success. Once on the brink of extinction due to pesticide use, the peregrine falcon has rebounded thanks to targeted, science-based efforts—proof that when nations act with purpose and responsibility, nature can recover.
The 22-page draft policy, developed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, emphasizes sustainable use, measurable outcomes, and national sovereignty in environmental decision-making. It acknowledges that conservation should not come at the cost of economic stability or energy independence. The administration’s position does not oppose protection for vulnerable species, but it insists that regulations must be grounded in evidence, not emotion or ideological mandates. For instance, while it does not call for stricter rules on the white-backed vulture or certain Brazilian tree species, it supports clear, enforceable standards for international trade in endangered wildlife and plants.
Critics, including some environmental organizations, argue that these changes fall short. But their concerns often stem from a worldview that equates regulation with virtue and skepticism with neglect. In reality, the administration’s approach is more aligned with the long-standing American tradition of stewardship—protecting natural resources not through fear, but through hard work, innovation, and accountability.
The global community is watching. Over 180 countries and the European Union will gather in Samarkand to debate these proposals. The U.S. is not seeking to isolate itself. Instead, it is demonstrating that leadership in environmental protection does not require surrendering national authority to distant bureaucracies. American leadership means setting a standard based on results, not rhetoric. It means using science to guide policy, not letting alarmist narratives dictate it.
This approach is especially important when considering obscure species or remote ecosystems. Protecting biodiversity is not about adding layers of red tape—it’s about ensuring that trade does not drive extinction. The proposed rules aim to prevent illegal trafficking and promote transparency, not to stifle legitimate commerce or hinder development. By focusing on enforcement and cooperation, the U.S. can help build a system that works for people and the planet alike.
The broader lesson is clear: true conservation is not about fear. It is about responsibility. It is about honoring the gifts of creation while respecting the dignity of human labor and national self-determination. When we protect species through proven methods—like habitat restoration, species-specific recovery plans, and international collaboration—we honor both nature and our own values.
This is not a rejection of environmental care. It is a reassertion of it—on terms that reflect American common sense, not globalist ideology. Let’s continue to protect our natural world, yes—but with wisdom, not worry. With freedom, not fear. With truth, not dogma.
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Published: 11/19/2025
