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Jim Risch: Public support will be strongest for emissions-cutting measures that are seen as contributing to additional U.S.…

On the recordMay 18, 2009
Public support will be strongest for emissions-cutting measures that are seen as contributing to additional U.S. economic or national security priorities.
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Jim Risch
Republican · Idaho

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Stresses that public backing for climate measures hinges on economic and security benefits.

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