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Ed Markey: “I think what I heard clearly was, new American nuclear is an economic opportunity, important to global security, and a…”

On the recordFebruary 8, 2022
I think what I heard clearly was, new American nuclear is an economic opportunity, important to global security, and a climate imperative. It needs to be enabled now.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes the importance of nuclear energy for economy and climate.

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