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"Tom: the answer to your question about whether we work with our counterparts in the east is YES on a continuing basis. I prefer to not give details here."

"Tom; the eastern Atlantic and Mediterrean fisheries already have catch shares, as we do as well, on a macro scale and although we do not call our quota categories "catch shares" that is what they are. The question or issue involves how far…"

"U.S. BFT fishermen get little sympathy but don't need or want it. A balanced Agenda based on the facts and best science is all we need. We get enviro groups mostly talking out of both sides of their mouth. An example: at a recent Advisory Panel…"

"Tom: First, are you really from Japan? If so why, what or where does your involvement/concern stem from with BFT, should you care to share? The organizations I work for represent a significant portion of the US fishery for most fishing gears from…"

"Tom: Rich Ruais here. My email is rruais@aol.com. What or where are your questions? Rich"

"John: Your heart is in the right place and all your efforts to protect bluefin are respected and appreciated by all. Just a few comments here and then I will post the anti-CITES bluefin petition that I hope all your readers will consider. 1. the…"

"John: I'm sorry but your commentary "ICCAT Plans to Kill......." is way off the mark. I have to be quick because I need to prepare comments for a Fish and Wildlife Service hearing on CITES tomorrow in DC and deal with a few other…"