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On the recordFebruary 15, 2012
We heard debate from the other side about refining oil. I think we ought to refine our debate because, on the other side of the aisle, a comment was made that extremists are pushing opposition to this pipeline. From what I heard from Mr. Rush and what I understand the case to be is that those who ordinarily make this decision should have all the facts, and I don't think that is an extreme position at all. I thank the gentleman for yielding to me. The CHAIR. The time of the gentleman has expired.
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Henry Waxman
Democratic · California
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Feb 15, 2012

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