Statement of Environmental Defense Fund President Fred Krupp on Waxman-Markey Climate Legislation
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“Climate legislation to kick start the economy is exactly what the country needs right now. Thousands of
“Government studies show that the
“We applaud the Chairmen for moving forward boldly and deliberately with their proposal for comprehensive legislation, and we look forward to working with them, the congressional leadership, and the Obama administration to help refine and pass a bill this year.”
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