While many think that a forest is static.  It is not.  It is simple biology.  Trees grow, decline and die.  If a forest grows at the rate of 1.4 billion board feet per year (O&C Lands), then that is the sustainable forever harvest removal essential to maintain a healthy forest.  Anything less results in over-dense forests, decline in health, insect infestations, disease and catastrophic wildfire.  Take a look around.  Health of public forests is dismal at best.
What would the hair on your head look like if it grew at 1-inch every three months and you only cut 0.1-inch every three months?  We need to make decisions based on facts, not beliefs...