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SpaceX in Louisiana Marshes Sparks Local Pushback | Lafayette Louisiana News
SpaceX may be eyeing a site in Louisiana’s Vermilion Parish, sparking alarm among locals who fear losing their way of life without being heard. Survey crews spotted in August ignited community action—nightly video calls became grassroots hubs for sharing fears, pooling knowledge, and demanding accountability. Residents worry about environmental loopholes, corporate immunity, and the painful echoes of past oil promises. State secrecy via NDAs only deepens distrust as locals push for transparency and responsible development, even if stopping the project is unlikely. Their fight? To ensure their…
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