Forgive my ignorance - I’ve never fished commercially. By “groundfish industry” are you referring to the trawlers that have sought successfully to reduce Federally mandated “observers” who monitor by-catch of other species of fish, like juvenile halibut?

Al, is this guy who has a blog critical of the “groundfish industry” correct or are you?

http://tholepin.blogspot.com/

Why should our Governor support your “industry” over others (I assume) and what do you think it is he should do to make things like the good old days, "30 years ago?"  Are you looking for subsidies, de-regulation, what? I’ve suggested that ADN look into this in the past and report or explain to readers what the real issues are. I’m confused?