How Grassroots Opposition to a New Asphalt Plant Was Infiltrated by an Outside Operative

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By By Lisa SorgSep 11, 2026, 4:50 am61 ptsTrending
Neighbors in Clemmons, North Carolina, thought they were getting help in their fight against a polluting project. Now they feel betrayed. By Lisa Sorg CLEMMONS, N.C.—The man came out of nowhere, but he seemed to be on their side.

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