# Who's Retarded Now? > A Chinese lingerie firm exploits a royal anniversary while the American military rebrands a decade of conflict and federal agents expand surveillance to commuter trains. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 231 - **Published:** 2010-09-02 - **Length:** 2h 23m - **Topics:** Operation New Dawn, [Tony Blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blair.md), [Monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [Ron Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), ICE sweeps, [Princess Diana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/princess-diana.md), [Weather modification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-modification.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now ## About this episode A Chinese company named Jealousy International sparked international outrage by featuring the late Princess Diana in a lingerie advertisement to mark the 13th anniversary of her death. The billboard, which depicts the Princess's head on a model playing a cello, has been condemned by the Diana Appreciation Society as a gross exploitation of her image. Meanwhile, a Marine International oil rig exploded 80 miles off the Louisiana coast, reigniting fears in the Gulf of Mexico as authorities investigate the blast south of Vermillion Bay. President Barack Obama officially announced the end of combat operations in Iraq under Operation New Dawn, yet active duty reports indicate heavy brigade combat teams remain engaged in mechanized infantry maneuvers. Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair released a memoir defending the invasion and praising George W. Bush, while NBC correspondent Richard Engel described the nation as a sectarian basket case. In the United States, Representative Ron Paul stood alone in opposing HR 5481, arguing that subpoena power for the BP oil spill investigation should remain with Congress rather than a Presidential commission. Further concerns regarding federal overreach emerged as ICE agents began conducting sweeps on trains in Syracuse, New York, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation purchased 500,000 shares of Monsanto stock. Host Adam Curry celebrates his 46th birthday as the San Francisco Bay Area is rattled by a magnitude 3.3 earthquake live on air. The program welcomes Sir Matthew Greensmith and Dame Jess Walters to the No Agenda Round Table, while examining the bizarre emergence of vatooing and the mystery of a ninth severed human foot washing ashore in the Puget Sound. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/transcript.md. ### 1. Princess Diana Lingerie Advertisement, Chinese Company Controversy (0:00–2:19) A Chinese company named Jealousy International sparked controversy by using the image of Princess Diana on a lingerie advertisement to mark the 13th anniversary of her death. The billboard, which features the late Princess's head on a model playing a cello, has been condemned by the Diana Appreciation Society for exploitation. Keywords: [princess diana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/princess-diana.md), jealousy international, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [billboard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/billboard.md), [lingerie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lingerie.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Vermillion Bay Oil Rig Explosion, Gulf of Mexico (2:19–4:11) An oil rig operated by Marine International exploded 80 miles off the coast of Louisiana in the Gulf of Mexico. Thirteen people were on board at the time of the blast, with one injury reported, as authorities attempt to determine the cause of the explosion south of Vermillion Bay. Keywords: [gulf of mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gulf-of-mexico.md), oil rig explosion, vermillion bay, marine international, [louisiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louisiana.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Ron Paul Opposes Presidential Commission, BP Oil Spill Subpoena Power (4:13–8:01) Representative Ron Paul stood as the lone vote against HR 5481, arguing that subpoena power for the investigation into the British Petroleum Deepwater Horizon oil spill should belong to a Congressional committee rather than a Presidential commission. Critics suggest the current structure allows for a lack of transparency similar to the 9/11 Commission. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [bp oil spill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp-oil-spill.md), subpoena power, presidential commission, house bill 5481 [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/3.md) ### 4. No Agenda Executive Producers, Knighting Ceremony and Rings (8:02–12:51) Executive Producers Ara Dadarian, Sir Paul Couture, and Sir Matthew Greensmith are recognized for their financial support of the program. Plans are discussed for a meeting regarding the distribution of official No Agenda signet rings and challenge coins for the show's knighted supporters. Keywords: ara dadarian, [paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-couture.md), [matthew greensmith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matthew-greensmith.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [signet rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signet-rings.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Operation New Dawn, Iraq War Combat Mission Claims (12:52–18:23) President Barack Obama announced the end of combat operations in Iraq, transitioning to Operation New Dawn. However, reports from active duty personnel suggest that heavy brigade combat teams remain deployed and engaged in mechanized infantry operations despite the official change in mission designation. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), operation new dawn, [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), [combat troops](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/combat-troops.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Tony Blair Memoir, Defense of George W. Bush (18:24–20:23) Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair released a memoir defending his decision to enter the Iraq War and praising the leadership of George W. Bush. Blair expressed anguish over the loss of life but maintained that Saddam Hussein remained a threat, while also suggesting he would have supported interventions in Syria and Iran. Keywords: [tony blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blair.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Sean Hannity Criticizes Obama, Victory Claims in Iraq (20:25–21:50) Fox News host Sean Hannity criticized President Obama for failing to declare a definitive victory in Iraq or credit the troop surge initiated by the Bush administration. The discussion highlights the rhetorical struggle over defining the "mission" in Iraq as combat brigades remain in the country under new labels. Keywords: [sean hannity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-hannity.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), victory, mission accomplished [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Richard Engel Interview, Rachel Maddow Iraq Discussion (21:51–32:42) NBC foreign correspondent Richard Engel provided a candid assessment of the Iraq War on Rachel Maddow's program, describing the current state of the country as a "basket case." Engel noted that the conflict transformed Iraq from a Sunni dictatorship into a corrupt, sectarian Shiite state facing potential civil war. Keywords: [richard engel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-engel.md), [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), nuri al-maliki [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/8.md) ### 9. San Francisco Bay Area Earthquake, Magnitude 3.3 (32:43–35:15) A magnitude 3.3 earthquake occurred in the San Francisco Bay Area, with the epicenter located near Berkeley. The tremor was felt during the live broadcast, prompting a discussion on local fault zones and the frequency of seismic activity in Northern California. Keywords: [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), magnitude 3.3, fault zone [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Basil Marceaux Gubernatorial Campaign, Jimmy Kimmel Appearance (35:16–45:05) Tennessee gubernatorial candidate Basil Marceaux gained national attention following a viral campaign video and a subsequent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. While Marceaux's delivery was ridiculed by the media, his platform includes ending random traffic stops based on the Civil Rights Act of 1866 and mandatory gun ownership. Keywords: basil marceaux, [tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tennessee.md), [jimmy kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md), [gun rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-rights.md), 1866 civil rights act [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Marin County Taser Incident, Peter McFarland Lawsuit (45:05–48:42) Peter McFarland, a 64-year-old cancer survivor, was tased multiple times by Marin County Sheriff's deputies inside his own home after falling and injuring his knee. Taser camera footage captured the incident, showing deputies deploying the weapon despite McFarland's heart condition and his demands for them to leave his property. Keywords: [marin county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marin-county.md), [taser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taser.md), peter mcfarland, [police brutality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-brutality.md), sheriff deputies [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Bill O'Reilly Criticizes Arkansas Man, Police Interaction (48:43–53:24) Fox News host Bill O'Reilly criticized an Arkansas man who filmed a police arrest from his garage and called officers "Nazis." The segment sparked a debate regarding the rights of citizens to remain silent and protest police presence on private property without being labeled "scumbags" by national media. Keywords: [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), jonesboro, [arkansas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arkansas.md), [fourth amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fourth-amendment.md), [police state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-state.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/12.md) ### 13. ICE Train Sweeps, Fourth Amendment Rights (53:24–57:36) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are conducting "voluntary and consensual" sweeps on trains near the Canadian border in Syracuse, New York. Legal analysts on Fox News defended the practice as a matter of national security, despite concerns regarding the expansion of police authority within 100 miles of the border. Keywords: [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [border patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md), [syracuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syracuse.md), [fourth amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fourth-amendment.md), canadian border [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/13.md) ### 14. California DMV Regulations, Smoking with Minors Law (57:36–1:01:17) New regulations at the California Department of Motor Vehicles include the collection of thumbprints for biometrics and strict road test requirements. Additionally, California law now prohibits smoking in vehicles when a minor is present and imposes fines up to $1,000 for littering cigarette ash or wrappers. Keywords: [dmv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dmv.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [driver's license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/driver-s-license.md), [smoking ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking-ban.md), littering fines [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/14.md) ### 15. NPR Corporate Underwriting, Advertising Revenue Decline (1:01:17–1:03:09) NPR CEO Vivian Schiller acknowledged that corporate underwriting, which functions as advertising, has declined significantly due to the recession. Despite its public radio branding, the network increasingly relies on sponsorship messages from major corporations like Chase to fund its operations. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [vivian schiller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivian-schiller.md), [corporate underwriting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-underwriting.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [recession](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recession.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Harry Shearer Documentary, NPR Censorship Allegations (1:03:09–1:07:21) Actor Harry Shearer alleged that NPR refused to run underwriting announcements for his documentary, "The Big Uneasy," unless he changed the description of the New Orleans flooding. Shearer claims the network insisted on attributing the disaster to Hurricane Katrina rather than the failure of the levee system. Keywords: harry shearer, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), the big uneasy, [new orleans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-orleans.md), [hurricane katrina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricane-katrina.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/16.md) ### 17. No Agenda Donations, Koch Fractal Coasters (1:07:22–1:13:31) A listener named Kyle Koch sent the show laser-cut cork coasters based on the mathematical fractal curve discovered by Helge von Koch. The segment also includes a critique of AT&T's billing practices and a discussion regarding the various pronunciations of the surname Koch. Keywords: helge von koch, [fractals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fractals.md), coasters, [at&t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-t.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/17.md) ### 18. No Agenda Knighthoods, Birthday Announcements (1:13:32–1:18:54) Matthew Greensmith is officially knighted as a Knight of the No Agenda Round Table following a significant donation. Jess Walters is also recognized as a Dame of the Round Table, and birthday wishes are extended to host Adam Curry for his 46th birthday. Keywords: [matthew greensmith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matthew-greensmith.md), jess walters, [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Yemenis Detained at Schiphol Airport, False Flag Concerns (1:18:55–1:24:38) Two Yemeni nationals traveling from Chicago were detained at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport after U.S. authorities flagged their luggage, which contained mobile phones taped to medicine bottles. The incident is discussed as a potential "dry run" or false flag operation intended to justify increased airport security measures. Keywords: [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [schiphol airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/schiphol-airport.md), [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Kurt Sonnenfeld Extradition, 9/11 FEMA Footage (1:24:40–1:29:56) The U.S. government is seeking the extradition of former FEMA cinematographer Kurt Sonnenfeld from Argentina on murder charges related to his first wife's death. Sonnenfeld, who filmed 22 hours of footage at Ground Zero, claims the charges are a fabrication intended to silence his evidence regarding prior knowledge of the 9/11 attacks. Keywords: kurt sonnenfeld, [fema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [argentina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argentina.md), [extradition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extradition.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Train Advocacy and Airline Safety Propaganda (1:29:56–1:38:39) A series of news reports and advertisements, including a Zappos email campaign, are analyzed as part of a "trains good, planes bad" psychological operation. The discussion highlights recent airline mechanical failures and critical articles about flight simulator flaws as evidence of a coordinated effort to push travelers toward rail transport. Keywords: zappos, [qantas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qantas.md), flight simulators, [usa today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usa-today.md), ashley halsey [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Machete Movie Trailer, Racial Riot Concerns (1:38:40–1:41:30) The trailer for the film "Machete" is discussed for its graphic violence and potential to incite racial tension. The marketing for the movie utilizes extreme content warnings, including "strong bloody violence" and "nudity," to attract audiences to the Robert Rodriguez exploitation-style film. Keywords: [machete](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/machete.md), [robert de niro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-de-niro.md), [steven seagal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steven-seagal.md), exploitation film, [racial tension](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racial-tension.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Federal vs Local Police, Media Portrayal Shift (1:41:31–1:46:00) Modern television procedurals like NCIS and JAG have shifted the cultural narrative to portray federal agents as elite geniuses while depicting local law enforcement as bumbling or incompetent. This media trend is identified as a psychological effort to build public trust in nationalized government agencies over local authorities. Keywords: [ncis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ncis.md), [law and order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/law-and-order.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [federal government](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-government.md), [police procedurals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-procedurals.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/23.md) ### 24. US Code Chapter 9A, Weather Modification Reporting (1:46:01–1:47:44) Chapter 9A of the U.S. Code requires the reporting of weather modification activities to the Secretary of Commerce but allows for the withholding of confidential information from the public. This legal framework confirms the existence of active weather modification programs in the United States that can be kept secret for national security reasons. Keywords: [weather modification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-modification.md), [us code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-code.md), [secretary of commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-of-commerce.md), [secrecy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secrecy.md), [chemtrails](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemtrails.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Burzynski Documentary, FDA and Pharmaceutical Funding (1:47:45–1:52:24) The documentary "Burzynski" explores the FDA's efforts to suppress a Polish doctor's cancer treatment using antineoplastons. The film highlights the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) of 1992, which made the FDA financially dependent on the pharmaceutical industry for over 50% of its drug evaluation budget. Keywords: dr. burzynski, [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), antineoplastons, pdufa, [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/25.md) ### 26. British Columbia Foot Discoveries, Puget Sound Mystery (1:52:25–1:57:38) A ninth severed human foot has washed ashore in the Puget Sound area, continuing a bizarre mystery that began in 2007. Most of the feet discovered in British Columbia and Washington state have been found inside athletic shoes, such as Nike and Reebok, with authorities unable to identify the victims or the source of the remains. Keywords: [victoria bc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-bc.md), [puget sound](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/puget-sound.md), [severed feet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severed-feet.md), [nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nike.md), [reebok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reebok.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Vatooing and Vajazzling, New Beauty Trends (1:57:39–1:59:17) Following the "vajazzling" trend, a new practice called "vatooing" (vagina tattooing) has emerged, involving airbrushed designs that can include glow-in-the-dark ink. The trend is discussed as a bizarre development in modern aesthetics and body modification. Keywords: vatooing, [vajazzling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vajazzling.md), airbrush, tattooing, [beauty trends](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beauty-trends.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Discovery Communications Hostage Situation, James Lee Manifesto (1:59:18–2:07:38) James Lee was identified as the gunman who took hostages at the Discovery Communications headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland. Lee's manifesto, found on a Microsoft Word-exported website, demanded that the network stop promoting human childbirth and instead focus on environmental preservation and population control. Keywords: james lee, discovery communications, [silver spring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silver-spring.md), [maryland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maryland.md), [population control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/population-control.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Calorie Labeling Mandates, Friendly's Restaurant Discussion (2:07:39–2:13:19) MSNBC's Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski discussed new mandates requiring restaurants to post calorie counts on menus. The segment explores the scientific accuracy of calorie measurements using bomb calorimeters and the difficulty of applying these standards to high-end or frequently changing menus. Keywords: [joe scarborough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-scarborough.md), [mika brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mika-brzezinski.md), [calories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/calories.md), calorimeter, friendly's [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Bill Gates Foundation, Monsanto Stock Purchase (2:13:19–2:15:43) The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation recently purchased 500,000 shares of Monsanto stock, valued at approximately $23 million. Critics argue this investment aligns with a eugenics-based agenda to introduce genetically modified crops into the African agricultural system under the guise of philanthropy. Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [melinda gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melinda-gates.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [gmo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmo.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Cap and Trade Charade, Fox News Special Report (2:15:44–2:23:28) A Fox News special report titled "The Green Swindle" details the origins of the cap-and-trade carbon credit system, linking it to the Chicago Climate Exchange and the Joyce Foundation. The report alleges that the system is a "market socialism" scheme designed to enrich investors like Al Gore and Goldman Sachs while skyrocketing energy costs for consumers. 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