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Ed Markey: “It is the obligation of the members of the Senate to assist the communities which we represent who are adversely…”

On the recordMay 8, 2017
It is the obligation of the members of the Senate to assist the communities which we represent who are adversely affected by sea level rise and climate change to adapt to the new reality.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Senator Markey emphasizes Senate responsibility in addressing climate change impacts on communities.

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