A silent crisis is unfolding across America’s national parks as budget cuts, staff shortages, and administrative interference take their toll on some of the country’s most treasured natural spaces.
According to a special report published this week, more than 30% of full-time national park rangers have either quit or filed formal complaints since January. Morale is at an all-time low, with many park employees citing political pressure, inadequate funding, and loss of autonomy as reasons for their departure.
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Rangers at Yellowstone and Yosemite say conservation efforts are being sidelined in favor of short-term tourism gains. “We used to be guardians of nature,” said one anonymous staffer. “Now we’re reduced to ticket clerks and complaint handlers.”
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Environmental advocacy groups are calling for immediate Congressional action to restore funding and independence to the National Park Service.
With summer tourism season approaching, the strain on remaining staff could worsen. The broader question remains can America preserve its wilderness while navigating political storms?
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