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On the recordJune 8, 2010
You also need to hold BP responsible, as they said they would be, but to make sure that they are full held accountable for all the damages that are caused to small businesses that have been disadvantaged or put out of business, to landowners who have been damaged, and to taxpayers who otherwise would have to foot the bill.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Emphasizes the need for BP to be held accountable for damages caused by the spill.

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