Category Archives: Policy watch

A Win for the Kids and Parents of Atlantic Highlands

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Bill Wolfe

Last week, we called on DEP Commissioner Mauriello to resolve a totally unacceptable situation in Atlantic Highlands. Children there were being exposed to toxic chemical vapors seeping into their elementary school building, while the DEP failed to enforce the law … Continue reading →

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Corzine applauds New Carbon Control Corporation – Cash for Clunkers at Home. Major Benefits for NJ

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Bill Wolfe

[Update: Intro warning: If it is not obvious, this is snark! That’s why the original piece closed with reference to Yesmen!) Washington – Harkening back to President Roosevelt’s New Deal, the Obama administration today announced a new federal agency, the … Continue reading →

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Memo to DEP: Protect Kids – Enforce the Law

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Bill Wolfe

[Update: 10/07/09 – ANOTHER Tragedy: New tests show elevated chemical vapor levels in Middlesex Borough preschool what did DEP know and when did they know it? ~~~ end update] Children attending Atlantic Highlands Elementary School are being exposed to toxic chemicals … Continue reading →

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Political Manipulation of Science – Jersey Style

Posted on September 3, 2009 by Bill Wolfe

The Bush administration was widely known – and denounced – for manipulation of science. Examples abound: The Union of Concerned Scientists issued a major report “Scientific Integrity in Policymaking – An Investigation into the Bush Administration’s Misuse of Science“, numerous examples were … Continue reading →

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Political Pressure on DEP – How The Game is Played

Posted on September 1, 2009 by Bill Wolfe

  First I will lay out the general contours of the issue, and then I will provide the explosive goods. The goods will perfectly illustrate the problem. So bear with me. It is no secret that Senator Stephen Sweeney (D-Gloucester), … Continue reading →

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