[Mr Rogers]

They are not relying on the public teat, since grazing ‘rights’ are paid for by the rancher. In this case, however, it seems the rancher stopped paying...so yeah, his cattle probably needed to be seized.

[Mr. Lucky]

The “fee” for federal grazing rights never reflects the economic value of the land. The government has no more business picking the winners and losers in the cattle business than it does in any other industry.

[iontheball]

They are not relying on the public teat, since grazing ‘rights’ are paid for by the rancher. In this case, however, it seems the rancher stopped paying...so yeah, his cattle probably needed to be seized.
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I seriously doubt that is the whole story. The real lesson here is that never, ever, get entangled with the government if you can avoid it. If you take the bait, you will wind up being screwed over and abused and your life will become a living hell. The story repeats itself over and over. Avoid government enticements that suck you in and then they will wrap their tentacles around you and your property. Remember what Reagan said. “We're from the government and we're here to help you.” Your response should be. “Hell no, just get out of my life and leave me alone.”