While I understand and respect the importance of protecting our natural environment for future generations, I firmly believe that economic growth should not be stifled in the name of environmental protection. Policies need to strike a balance, ensuring that businesses can continue to thrive and create jobs, while also adhering to reasonable, scientifically-backed standards for pollution and waste. An overregulated market can detrimentally impact our economy and the livelihoods of everyday Americans, and therefore, any environmental legislation must be sensible and considerate of these factors.