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Letter: Support Orange for port

By Jan Verrinder, Vancouver

Published: April 29, 2017, 6:00am

I met Don Orange at a 2013 EFSEC hearing. He spoke against the oil terminal plainly, thoughtfully, logically. Among many speakers, he stood out. I learned that he organized Vancouver 101, small-business owners (he’s one) who fear for their livelihoods and health if Vancouver becomes an oil town.

Having lived in oil towns, I understand. Things go wrong. Systems fail. The air stinks — at the very least. We want a port commissioner with encompassing vision: Invite commerce and profit without stealing the future from our next generations. I’m voting for and trust Don Orange. Port. Community. Environment. Future. www.DonOrange.com.

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