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Louisiana Critics Link Gulf Spill Moratorium to Economic Crisis
Louisiana politicians defend oil and gas interests as they urge Washington to end offshore drilling ban. A state task force cites BP well flow as high as 2.1 million gallons per day before the cap, widening the spill's estimated impact. Senate reports say the moratorium threatens tens of thousands of jobs and billions in revenue, while Interior Secretary Salazar pledges BP compensation discussions.
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