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  Appalachians, speak up

  I'm curious how many of the people who commented on this article are Appalachian.  I'm from Buckhannon, WV, right in the heart of WV.  I can't help but notice that some of the commentary seems to be blaming the community for the problem of MTR.  I don't think that's a fair or accurate assumption.  Larry Gibson isn't alone in his fight.  It's difficult to explain the circumstances experienced by the people in WV.  There are those that support Gibson but it can be difficult for people to choose between their need to provide for themselves and their families and their environmental responsibilities.  People who have never lived in a community based on such an industry are quick to judge.  It makes me sick to see what's happening to the mountains but I also understand how it's difficult for people to stand up to the coal company giants.  Big Coal doesn't play nice and to go up against them is to put one's self and family in danger.  I'm grateful for the fearless Larry Gibson and all the other like him.  MONTANI SEMPER LIBERI!On A report from W. Va. posted 2 years, 1 month ago 15 Responses