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On the recordMarch 29, 2011
I have to say I am guilty of leaving my cell phone charger plugged in behind the dresser day in and day out, and I would love to have a version that shuts off when I unplug my phone.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Merkley admits to personal energy waste habits and suggests improvements.

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