re: "If the republicans had their way, entirely, they would do away with the EPA."
I disagree. The EPA adds bloat to government. Both parties favor that.
Now, if *I* had my way, the EPA and two thirds of the other Agencies would be gone in a heartbeat. But then, I'm one of those oddballs who, when a crash is imminent and unavoidable, still tries to control it to at least SOME extent.

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