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“If this coal mine is developed, the profits will go to the outside investors and the coal will go to Asian coal burning power plants,” said Terry Jorgensen. “In return, we’ll get fish habitat destruction, coal dust in our homes, mercury in our fish, and the heightened effects of global warming. How is this a good deal for Alaskans?”

Rural Alaskan communities commonly harvest up to 35% of their daily caloric requirements’, 60% of which is fish.

“We’re trying to protect our homes, our lifestyles, and the fish and game resources that we depend on,” said Judy Heilman. “The vast majority of the residents of Beluga and Tyonek oppose a coal strip mine…