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On the recordMay 10, 2010
Unfortunately, the devastating spill in the Gulf has raised serious questions in my mind about our ability to safely drill offshore.
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Tom Carper
Democratic · Delaware

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Carper questions offshore drilling safety after the Gulf spill.

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