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Ed Markey: I think it is pretty clear that it is going to be possible to reduce carbon, to increase the GDP, to enhance the…

On the recordFebruary 10, 2015
I think it is pretty clear that it is going to be possible to reduce carbon, to increase the GDP, to enhance the reliability of the system while engaging in significant job growth in our Country.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes the potential for economic growth alongside carbon reduction efforts.

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