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Originally Posted by rubecube
Okay but is it not private industries that are importing oil from these countries because it's cheaper to do so? How is that on environmentalists and not just a function of capitalism? How exactly are you going to prevent this practice without implementing some pretty severe protectionist policies or nationalizing the energy industry?
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As stated in fuzz's post. The refineries are importing it because they have to process something. If pupelines can't deliver it they'll get it from somewhere else. Oil sands crude sells for cheaper but correct me if i'm wrong.