On the recordMay 25, 2010
It must be a priority to mitigate the impacts of the spill on both the delicate and vital gulf ecosystem, and on coastal communities where fisheries and tourism provide jobs for millions of Americans.
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Leahy emphasizes the need to address the oil spill's impact on the environment and local economies.
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