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Ed Markey: It is our obligation to assist those communities adversely impacted by sea level rise and climate change to adapt to the…

On the recordMay 16, 2018
It is our obligation to assist those communities adversely impacted by sea level rise and climate change to adapt to the new reality and protect their properties and livelihood.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Senator Markey emphasizes the need to support communities affected by climate change.

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