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The Complex Line 5 Pipeline Situation, Explained

The whole Line 5 pipeline situation under the straits of Mackinac, as I uncover more and more, seems to be a symptom to a larger, bi-national problem and lack of plan.

Proponents say the pipeline critical to the economy and energy infrastructure. Opponents say a double pipeline under the great lakes - especially one that's not buried - poses a special threat to the unique fresh water resource that is the Great Lakes.

What if both concerns are true?

And what if I told you that it's a pipeline that provides half of the province of Ontario's fuel needs and two thirds of Quebec? That's around 23…

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