Fracking Opponents In New York Say Gasland Movies Help

[hrmjustin]

By Karen DeWitt

Monday night brought the TV premiere of Gasland II , a sequel to the original anti- hydro fracking movie. In New York, where Governor Cuomo’s decision on fracking is still on hold, both opponents and supporters of fracking say the films have helped frame the debate.

Gasland filmmaker Josh Fox is a frequent participant in anti fracking rallies at the State Capitol that routinely attract hundreds of people.

Walter Hang, with the group Toxics Targeting, says in New York, the 2010 Gasland movie contributed to what has now become a five year delay on whether to allow hydro fracking in the state.

“It did help to make the grass roots organizing much more effective,” Hang said. “There’s no dispute about that.”

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[yesphan]

1. I watched the flim last night.

Infuriating !

[hrmjustin]

2. The Green party of NY want to make it a criminal crime to Frack.

I wish Cuomo would listen.

[yesphan]

3. No hope of that here

in OK. Our entire government is owned by the fossil fuel industry.

[hrmjustin]

4. We have our fair share of those in NY as well.