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Oil lease arrests

Gulf of Mexico oil leases spark protests, but little revenue

September 18, 2016
Environment

Citizen activists tried to stop the government’s recent auction of 4,400 oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico. They failed, but the auction brought in less revenue than expected.

Gulf of Mexico oil leases spark protests, but little revenue
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Climate disruption is fueling stronger storms

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Environment
Climate disruption is fueling stronger storms

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