Opinion: What the pollock fishing debate looks like from a village in the Aleutians
An opinion piece highlights the economic importance of the pollock fishing industry to 65 communities in the Aleutian Islands, noting its role in funding essential public services.
Behind the industry’s numbers are 65 communities where fisheries revenue supports jobs, education, housing and basic services.
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