Sometimes comparing reporting on a single story is a revelation. The Boston Globe (from AP) reveals a major culprit in the dirty air debate: DIRTY COAL and steps taken by the Bush Administration to prevent states' rights from prevailing in reducing air pollutants:
Experts say expect more smog warnings in N.E. (from AP):
Massachusetts has until 2013 to decide how it will come into compliance, and it's a tough goal to meet. Much of the pollution over the state blows in from coal plants in Midwest states.
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In some cases, Massachusetts is barred by federal regulations from setting tougher emission rules for certain industries and vehicles.
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Smog is created when the smoke from cars,trucks, factories and power plants lingers near the ground during certain weather conditions and cooks in the sun.
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