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Environmental Policy In A Down Economy

Steve Scher
03/11/2010 at 9:00 a.m.

Closing the budget gap in Washington state is a top priority. Proposals in the State House and Senate suggest raising taxes on bottled water, gum and elective cosmetic surgery. Why hesitate to tax hazardous substances? Many people believe the green movement could generate funds and create jobs, while cutting pollution. So, why are measures to tax dangerous materials frequently slashed? Is it a lack of lobbying power or transparency, or are environmental issues just low on the priority list? Should renewable technology and environmentalism be left to entrepreneurs?

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Clifford Traisman is an environmental lobbyist for the Washington Environmental Council.

David Fisher is the spokesman for the Stop Washington Hidden Gas Taxes Coalition.

Rep. Sharon Nelson serves the 34th District of Washington state, and is a member of the Blue/Green Alliance.

Rep. Ed Orcutt serves the 18th District of Washington state.

Alan Durning is the executive director for Sightline, a sustainability think tank.

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