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“So we are now still dependent on foreign oil, have a problem with global warming, and are losing jobs rapidly to the Japanese in fuel-efficient vehicles as a result of that very shortsighted progress.”

Quote by Jay Inslee

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Jay Inslee, born on February 9, 1951, is the Governor of Washington State. He has a rich political background, having served as a member of the Washington State House of Representatives and State Senate. Inslee is committed to promoting sustainable development and environmental protection, implementing a series of environmental policies during his tenure as governor. more

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