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The Recreation.gov website, managing public land access, is overwhelmed, with millions more reservations and bots snatching coveted spots. Users like Jack, a web developer, create bots to secure permits, raising questions about fairness and accessibility. The system, funded through transaction surcharges, faces lawsuits alleging unfair access and inadequate security against bots. The debate centers on equitable access to public lands, with efforts to study and reform the system ongoing.

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