Ohio Derailments and Chemical Spills Highlight GOP Flawed Policy

The parade of politicians to Ohio, visiting the site of a toxicity ground zero, reveals failed public policy

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In the past month, there have been two major train derailments in Ohio that have led to horrific chemical spills.

Both of these accidents could have been prevented if the Republican Party had not slashed funds for transportation safety and regulations. This is just one example of how the GOP’s flawed policies are putting American lives at risk.

On November 15th, a train derailment in Ohio caused a major chemical spill

On November 15th, a disastrous train derailment in Ohio caused a major chemical spill, endangering the health and safety of those living near the accident site.

There is still much unknown as to what substances were spilled, though reports suggest benzene may have been one of the chemicals released. This has led to environmental…