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Eric Swalwell: This was a tragedy. And to me, it seems like it's inherently dangerous work when you're dealing with mines.

On the recordSeptember 8, 2015
This was a tragedy. And to me, it seems like it's inherently dangerous work when you're dealing with mines.
Said by
Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Swalwell expresses concern over the dangers of mining and the tragedy that occurred.

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