Well, this is a lot different than the Alaska pipeline because the Alaska pipeline was taking oil, and it was taking it through not very populated areas. This is a different kind of pipeline because it is going to take the dirtiest source of oil available, and it is going to drive a significant increase in carbon pollution.
Waxman contrasts the Keystone pipeline with the Alaska pipeline, emphasizing environmental concerns.
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