"I respect the decision by Chesapeake Energy Corporation to not drill in the New York City watershed. I believe that we must strike a careful balance between promoting the critical economic development that exploration can provide while also guaranteeing the sustainability of our clean water supply.
"Make no mistake - natural gas exploration is critical to future economic development in Upstate New York. However, we cannot pursue this goal at the expense of contaminating our water supply. With that said, I am committed to ensuring that the people of Delaware and Otsego have every opportunity to strengthen their local economy, especially in cases where drilling poses no threat to the watershed.
"I am committed to working with my colleagues to promote the development of clean domestic energy that will reduce our dependence on foreign oil and increase the security of our nation, while also protecting our critical natural resources."
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