More Layoffs Coming, New Threats to the Western Arctic ft. Andy Moderow, and Outside Magazine's Ongoing Censorship ft. Wes Siler - Public Lands News (Sept 22 - 26)
Outdoor Minimalist26 Syys 2025

More Layoffs Coming, New Threats to the Western Arctic ft. Andy Moderow, and Outside Magazine's Ongoing Censorship ft. Wes Siler - Public Lands News (Sept 22 - 26)

What we cover in this episode of the public lands news for the week of September 22 - 26:

  • -Looming government shutdown and the risk of mass layoffs at the Interior Department and National Park Service

    -Congressional attacks on Western Arctic protections and what’s at stake for the National Petroleum Reserve–Alaska with guest Andy Moderow, Senior Director of Policy for the Alaska Wilderness League

    -The rise of censorship in outdoor and conservation media, with insights from journalist Wes Siler on how editorial pressure shapes which stories get told

    (Read Wes's Substack here: https://substack.com/home/post/p-174127980)

    -Public response to the Trump administration’s plan to repeal the 2001 Roadless Rule—with over 99% of comments in opposition

    -National Public Lands Day is on September 27 with volunteer opportunities across the country

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    Sources & Further Reading:

    https://www.govexec.com/workforce/2025/09/interior-department-taking-steps-implement-layoffs/

    https://www.npca.org/articles/10839-ongoing-staffing-crisis-and-looming-government-shutdown-create-more-risks

    https://medium.com/westwise/if-the-government-shuts-down-will-the-trump-administration-repeat-a-dark-chapter-in-park-history-967d893b1b3d

    https://www.govexec.com/management/2025/09/agencies-should-prep-mass-layoffs-if-shutdown-occurs-white-house-says/408364/?oref=ge-home-top-story

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