So we're very encouraged with that, because these projects aren't just simply for research and development, but also will be a big part of our industry going forward.
I don't know where we would be on this issue without Congressman Whitfield.
We cannot let the Department turn its back on these facilities, these workers, or these communities again.
But that is not the issue at Paducah, is it? That is going to happen in Portsmouth.
These are Government-owned resources, highly valued, stored in a lot which could be sold to create revenue for the Gover...
So, under this scenario, it strikes me the Government loses an opportunity for revenue, we lose 1,200 jobs, and you are ...
Many people think of Kentucky as a coal State, which we are, but we are also a nuclear State.
If they were re-enriched, it would be a profitable venture.
But you start re-enriching them now; you still employ 1,200 people.
Well, you know, we have got 1,200 employees sitting there wondering if they are going to be without a job.
So, you would rather make the money later than make the money now.