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Henry Waxman: “President Obama listened to differing views of American citizens and made a responsible decision.”

On the recordJanuary 24, 2012
President Obama listened to differing views of American citizens and made a responsible decision.
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Henry Waxman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Waxman defends Obama's decision to deny the pipeline, emphasizing consideration of public opinion.

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