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The Struggle for PFAS Pollution Accountability

New Mexico Environment Secretary James Kenney.

June 18, 2021 – After testifying at a congressional hearing on PFAS last week, New Mexico Environment Secretary James Kenney joins the show to talk about trying to pressure the federal government to set standards for exposure to the toxic chemicals. Meanwhile, remedial project manager Chris Gierke, claims the Air Force is moving forward with remediation for a PFAS plume at…

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Profiting from New Cannabis Laws

A cannabis leaf rests on top of a $100 dollar bill.

June 18, 2021 – The Line opinion panelists talk about upcoming cannabis legalization and potential pitfalls. Conflicts of interest have started cropping up as members of New Mexico’s citizen legislature stand to profit from the cannabis industry.  Host: Gene Grant  The Line Opinion Panel: Dede Feldman, former state senator  Inez Russell Gomez, editorial page editor, Santa Fe New Mexican  TJ Trout, radio host, KKOB  For…

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