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On the recordJuly 26, 2010
What our frustration is is the Federal Government is essentially saying we don't know what the adverse effects of the rock jetties may be.
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David Vitter
Republican · Louisiana

Editor's note · Context

Vitter expresses frustration over federal indecision regarding the use of rock jetties to combat oil spills.

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