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John Garamendi: “It seems to me that the solution lies in eliminating the question of whether something is viable or not, and simply say…”

On the recordApril 13, 2016
It seems to me that the solution lies in eliminating the question of whether something is viable or not, and simply say if we are going to install this system, it is going to require that all the creatures, critters, are dead.
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John Garamendi
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Garamendi suggests a clear standard for ballast water treatment to ensure all organisms are dead.

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