Tempers are escalating in the longstanding battle between Rep. Richard Pombo, R-Calif., and environmental groups - this time over content on a taxpayer-funded web site. The congressman, who was recently named "Wildlife Villain of the Year" by Defenders of Wildlife, chairs the House Resources Committee and is known for his staunchly anti-conservation views. He's best known for efforts to undermine the Endangered Species Act and other cornerstone environmental legislation.
Interests: Parenting (Jack 5yrs and Owen 3yrs), Human Growth and Development, Evolving Consciousness, Integral Life Practice, Coaching, Change Management, Creativity, and Freedom.
Inspiration: Witnessing my sons discovering the world and themselves, watching someone overcome all odds, listening to someone's deep dark secrets (and telling someone mine), a fully expressed performer, art, the rawness of humanity, and unconditional love.