One of the major, Eisenhower-era obstacles to fuel efficiency, automaker reform and meaningful climate change legislation is finally out of the way. The Democratic caucus has ousted Michigan Rep. John Dingell as chair of the House Energy and Commerce committee. He'll be replaced by California Rep. Henry Waxman. Amen.
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Dingell Wanes as Waxman Takes Over Energy and Commerce
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