Marathon Reaches Deal with Investors on Human Rights, Leaving Standing Rock Unimpressed

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By David HasemyerFeb 12, 2018, 3:59 pm749 ptsHot
The oil company argues that responsibility for protecting human rights lies with government. A Standing Rock activist calls the concessions superficial. By David Hasemyer In the face of mounting pressure from investors and the glare of public scrutiny, Marathon Petroleum Corp. officials acknowledged that the…

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