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Ed Markey: This week, the Republicans have stepped up their assault on clean air and clean energy.

On the recordSeptember 21, 2011
This week, the Republicans have stepped up their assault on clean air and clean energy.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey criticizes Republicans for undermining environmental protections and clean energy initiatives.

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