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The proposal to dam Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park created unprecedented controversy and provoked editorials in opposition from more than 200 newspapers across the country. The damming is often cited as having ignited the modern environmental movement.
The story of Hetch Hetchy has been told and retold by filmmakers and authors from a variety of viewpoints – often with different interpretations. See the following books and films to learn more. (The films for which Restore Hetch Hetchy has rights are posted on our home page.)
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Progress: Water for Campers at Hetch Hetchy
Hooray! San Francisco is now soliciting contractors to provide potable water to the campground at Hetch Hetchy. Construction is scheduled for August...
Committee Chair Assails San Francisco’s “Sweetheart Deal”
On Wednesday, the House Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries held a hearing considering eight proposed bills. Some were relatively...
Legislative Hearing Wednesday 9/16: “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act”
The House Natural Resource Committee will hold a hearing next Wednesday September 16 (7 AM Pacific Time!) on a number of bills, including Rep....
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