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Ed Markey: The process can create air and water pollution that puts drinking water and public health at risk.

On the recordApril 18, 2012
The process can create air and water pollution that puts drinking water and public health at risk.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey warns about the potential health risks from pollution due to hydraulic fracturing.

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