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On the recordJanuary 31, 2012
I think it is safe to say that because one U.S. Senator doesn't want the site, that is not speaking for the locals.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Shimkus emphasizes local support for Yucca Mountain despite opposition from a Senator.

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