Politics & Government
Should Cuomo Allow Hydrofracking in the State?
Cast your vote on how you believe the governor should handle the issue of hydraulic fracturing.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has yet to decide on whether to allow the controversial practice of hydrofracking in New York State.
A May 7 article in City and State suggests that the governor's decision on hydraulic fracturing could determine his environmental reputation.
Hydrofracking involves extracting natural gas and petroleum by drilling into rock layers.
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Those who support the procedure believe it could be a source of energy and revenue for the state, while its opponents say it could pose dangers to the state's water supply.
U.S. Rep. Bob Turner, R-Forest Hills,
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Assemblyman Andrew Hevesi, D-Forest Hills, and State Sen. Joe Addabbo, D-Forest Hills,
Patch wants to know what you think: Do you believe hydrofracking is a viable method of extracting gas and bringing in revenue for the state? Or, do you think the risks involved in the procedure are too risky? Cast your vote in Patch's poll and post your comment in the section provided below.
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