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On the recordJuly 22, 2013
The goal of environmental protection should not be pursued at the expense of all others, including housing, jobs, economic development, and individual rights.
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Deb Fischer
Republican · Nebraska

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Fischer argues for balancing environmental protection with economic and individual rights.

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