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John Garamendi: “You know, that's really, really interesting. And if I recall the vote, when that was on the floor, the Republicans voted…”

On the recordJune 16, 2010
You know, that's really, really interesting. And if I recall the vote, when that was on the floor, the Republicans voted against that. They didn't vote for one of the most important conservation programs we have that not only would save all that energy, but help each homeowner's utility bill. Go figure. You mentioned this. We've got to go back here because I've got to answer this question. Please help me with this. Who gets the most subsidies; solar, algae, wave, wind, or oil?
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John Garamendi
Democratic · California
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Jun 16, 2010

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Garamendi discusses Republican opposition to conservation programs and questions energy subsidies.

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