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On the recordMay 8, 2012
Government can't have it both ways. It can't direct the generator to operate for emergency purposes and then turn around and fine them for doing so.
Said by
Fred Upton
Republican · Michigan

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Upton criticizes conflicting government directives regarding electricity generation during emergencies.

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