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Old 01-03-2006, 11:00 PM
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Originally posted by alum
Having lived in both Kentucky AND Western Pennsylvania, I have nothing but sympathy for the families of the trapped miners. Yes, the Governor may have shown "class" by leaving the game but I also think he had a moral obligation. After all, he is the leader of the state.
Frankly, during the Quecreek disaster, I was so impressed with how then-Governor Richard Schweiker stayed at the mine 24/7, I was hoping he'd go for higher office! Too many governors, even though being a "cheerleader" IS part of the job, just wouldn't have bothered.

I just don't have a good feeling about this one, though - and we are much more dependent upon coal than most people are willing to admit!
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