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Ed Markey: We need to ensure that there are sufficient financial incentives in place to deter oil companies from cutting corners.

On the recordOctober 12, 2011
We need to ensure that there are sufficient financial incentives in place to deter oil companies from cutting corners.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey emphasizes the need for stronger financial penalties to prevent future oil spills.

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