BP quits controversial lobby group ALEC

Jessica Shankleman
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Campaigners celebrate move, but oil giant does not confirm whether decision is linked to ALEC's stance on climate change

Climate change campaigners have welcomed a move by BP to join a growing number of corporations that have cut ties with the right-wing free market lobby group the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC)....

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