02/14/2011
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"In these tough economic times, we should recognize that mining jobs pay well, require a high level of skill, and provide an excellent career path for those who pursue them."
"It is disturbing to see a country put itself out of business by adopting short sighted over regulation."
"I think we have a right to get a response from the administration on that issue."
"It isn't about them, it's about us. Safe to be us, that's what we need."