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Trump on Earth podcast examines Great Lakes funding

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For months, the Trump on Earth podcast has been analyzing presidential policies such as withdrawing from the Paris climate accord and slashing support for the EPA. Great Lakes Today joined in for the latest episode, "What's at Stake for the Great Lakes,"examining his proposal to eliminate $300 million from a restoration fund.   

Great Lakes Today Managing Editor Dave Rosenthal and environment reporter Tom Henry of the Toledo Blade discussed the importance of restoring the lakes -- and cities in the region. You'll hear about the history of restoration efforts -- and the lakes' role in boosting the economy.Trump on Earth is a production of The Allegheny Front and Point Park University in Pittsburgh.  Copyright 2017 Great Lakes Today. To see more, visit Great Lakes Today.

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