Sunday, July 31, 2011

Environmental Activist Sentenced to Prison


7-27-11  AlterNet Editor's Note: Yesterday Tim DeChristopher was sentenced to 2 years in federal prison and was handed a $10,000 fine for bidding on oil and gas drilling leases in an attempt to protect public lands. 
"In these times of a morally bankrupt government that has sold out its principles, this is what patriotism looks like." Read his words to the court.
  RELATED ARTICLE:  "Why Does Massey Energy Get Away With Murder While Environmentalists Are Sent to Prison?"  They violated the Clean Water Act over 4,500 times in a six year time period and are responsible for the deadliest coal mining accident in over 40 years. CLICK HERE to read more.

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