Mountaintop removal task force starts with open meetings flap
A West Virginia mountaintop removal task force failed to register its first meeting, prompting criticism of open government violations. Critics say the panel is unbalanced, dominated by coal interests, and lacks scientific and environmental representation, calling for disbanding to restore truth in government.
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Underwood
Secretary of State
Ol’ King Coal
King Coal
West Virginia
Cecil Underwood
DEP Critique Sparks Debate Over Mountaintop Removal Rules
A Nitro public hearing on defining mountaintop removal was poorly attended as coal interests and the state DEP defend a “balanced” regulatory program. Critics argue the Division of Coal Protection steers policy, with Coal Association President Bill Raney branding the agency as a coal mouthpiece.
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DEP
Coal Association
Bill Raney
DCP — Division of
Coal Protection
Ol’ King Coal
Betrayal and doubt surround EPA ETS findings
A North Carolina judge ruled EPA 1993 ETS report a carcinogen finding flawed alleging improper research and biased conclusions. The piece argues trust in government, industry, and media is eroded as secondhand smoke policy spreads despite contested science. Parker notes ongoing questions and calls for scrutiny.
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North Carolina
Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
U.S. District Court
Thomas Osteen
America
Stanton Glantz
University of California At San Francisco
Nationa View on Tax Cuts Warns Against Overreach
The author argues Congress should reject large tax cuts during a booming economy and potential but uncertain budget surplus. Citing Newt Gingrich and the Clinton plan, the piece warns a $1 trillion tax cut risks future deficits and debt service, urging honesty about fiscal realities.
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Newt Gingrich
Gingrich
Congressional Budget Office
Treasury
Clinton
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