Statement on Offshore Drilling

~Today is 20th Anniversary of Exxon Valdez~

ALEXANDRIA – Brian Moran made the following statement today on the 20th anniversary of the Exxon Valdez oil spill on March 24, 1989. This was one of the largest spills in U.S. history and one of our largest ecological disasters. At a minimum, the tanker spilled 10.8 million gallons of crude oil. Brian Moran is the only candidate for Governor to oppose drilling off Virginia’s coast.

“Twenty years ago the Exxon Valdez spill caused untold ecological damage and environmental harm. On a day like today we must consider the important environmental treasures here in Virginia. There is no stronger reminder of why we need alternative energy solutions, like offshore wind, rather than offshore drilling. We can’t solve our 21st century energy challenges with 19th century fossil fuels.”

Brian Moran has a 20-year record of fighting for the people of Virginia. He was Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus and a Delegate from Alexandria City and Fairfax County. Prior to that, he served as a prosecutor in Arlington County.

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