03/29/2009
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"I don't understand the rationale for this at all. I agree with Senator Sessions. He was a vital member of the Commission with years of experience and the President failed to renominate him."
"It appears that politics, not qualifications, were at the heart of the decision."
"We must strike a balance to ensure the safety of our communities while continuing to ensure the viability of nuclear power."
"the Majority Leader's strong influence in micromanaging the selection of nominees to the NRC as well as the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for political gain."