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Fracking
Why Did Clinton Just Tap a Pro-TPP, Pro-KXL, Pro-Fracking Politician to Head Her Transition Team?
Hillary Clinton has announced former Interior Secretary Ken Salazar as the head of her transition team.
The Color of Pollution: How Environmental Contamination Targets People of Color
Residents' lack of political power, plus ineffective state environmental oversight, makes these neighborhoods perennial dumping grounds for toxic waste.
Behind the Booing: A Sanders Delegate Reflects on the DNC Protests
Sanders delegates did not succeed in changing DNC rules but they brought the TPP to the forefront of media discussions.
Yes, There Is a Way Forward in Reining in Fracking
Public interest advocate Wenonah Hauter lays out strategies to stop fracking and rein in Big Oil and Gas.
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Clinton Fundraises With Frackers
Hillary Clinton is growing cozier with the hydraulic fracturing industry, just months after she promised to heavily regulate it.
The Frackopoly Comes to Power
Reagan's justification for eliminating meaningful antitrust enforcement has left a terrible legacy, including the powerful Frackopoly.
Two Towns Battle Colorado for Freedom to Ban Fracking
In a growing number of states, communities are demanding more self-governance.
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Increased Asthma Attacks Tied to Exposure to Natural Gas Production
New study in the heart of Pennsylvania's fracking region shows increase in severity of asthma among residents exposed to most active wells.
Duke Energy Ups Bond Demand From Nonprofits Challenging Fracked Gas Plant to $240 Million
Duke Energy is citing an obscure 1963 state law to justify a $240 million bond.
Pro-Fracking, Pro-Colonialism, Anti-Single Payer: Democratic Party Platform Disappoints
Progressives vow to “take the fight to Philadelphia” and battle for stronger platform at Democratic Party convention.