03/03/2010
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"And, again, we're not bashing anybody, but here, as I understand it, EPA had concerns about the amount of dispersants being used."
"Our No. 1 concern is the safety of the American people, safety of the air they breathe, and the food they eat."
"The UK, as I understand it, banned dispersants. That gave me pause."
"We need to know that seafood is safe, and the American public needs to know that seafood is safe for the simple reason that we want them to continue to feel comfortable buying gulf products."