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A report links population drops to climate change and other pressures. 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The work follows reports of population drops in some fishing areas, which a new report links to climate change and other pressures. The research focuses on small adjustments to harvesting practices, though no specific changes or timelines have been announced."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The study is being conducted by federal agencies, though the reports do not name the specific departments involved. It is unclear how long the research has been underway or when findings might be published. The reports do not include statements from lobster fishers or industry representatives about the proposed changes."},{"type":"heading","text":"What the coverage left out"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"No right-rated outlet ran this story at all. None of the digests or the single full report mentioned the cost of implementing the proposed changes, the timeline for the research, or whether fishers or industry groups were consulted. 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