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Re “Albuquerque Battles to Leave Arsenic in the Water,” March 18: I was appalled to read how Albuquerque politicians would rather leave cancer-causing arsenic in their water than pay to adhere to new federal standards. It just proves that only money makes this world go ‘round. Albuquerque’s mayor said, “We’re not aware of people dropping off from arsenic poisoning.” Apparently, it seems he would rather have people die first, before he will agree to adopt the tougher EPA standards. And neither the EPA nor the federal government is willing to help offset the expenses to provide the cleaner water. Shouldn’t people’s lives be the focus of these politicians?
Victor Shen
Montebello
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