Mar 10, 2004
I think it speaks volumes about this Administration's lack of commitment to strong environmental protection.
Joe Lieberman
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Joseph Lieberman is an American politician and attorney who served as a United States Senator from Connecticut from 1989 to 2013. Initially a member of the Democratic Party, he gained national prominence as the party's nominee for Vice President in the 2000 election alongside Al Gore. After losing the election, Lieberman continued to serve in the Senate, where he became known for his centrist views and willingness to cross party lines, particularly on issues such as national security and energy policy.
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Mar 10, 2004
I continue to have deep concerns about EPA's direction under this Administration.
Mar 10, 2004
To me, that is indefensible--we need to be increasing this kind of funding, not cutting it.
Mar 10, 2004
I would not be supportive of a budget that shifts the costs of maintaining our environment to the States.
Mar 10, 2004
I hope you will fight for increased funds for the clean water programs of the agency.
Mar 10, 2004
I don't think you can convince me that the problems are solved, or that those that remain are the cheap ones to fix.
Mar 10, 2004
It is important that everything is done to reduce emissions from refineries and other heavy industries.
Mar 10, 2004
I do not think that the EPA's budget should include funds to implement that rule in FY05.
Mar 10, 2004
I hope you will fight for increased funds for clean water programs at the agency.
Mar 10, 2004
I do not believe that the EPA's budget should include funds to implement the Clear Skies rules in fiscal year 2005.
Mar 10, 2004
I would not be supportive of a budget that seeks to implement the provisions of the President's Clear Skies proposal through rulemaking.
Mar 10, 2004
I can assure you that my colleague, Senator Mikulski, and I are going to do everything we can to restore it.
Mar 10, 2004
I do not want to see us continue to do so without taking into account the impact it has.
Mar 10, 2004
Superfund is a powerful force for environmental and public health protection.
Mar 10, 2004
A clean-up as important as Libby, that is as well-managed as I'm told it is, deserves the full support of EPA headquarters.
Mar 10, 2004
I cannot understand why this Administration does not want to extend Superfund, that is, the fees for Superfund.
Mar 10, 2004
I would think that this Administration's legacy would be more cleanups, not fewer, and have a strong environmental record, not a bad one.
Mar 10, 2004
I am telling you, Mr. Administrator, that I personally, and for the sake of the people in Libby, Montana, ask you to make this your priority.
Mar 10, 2004
This is a most disturbing trend and one that I am committed to working against.
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