Energy & Environment

Written by Isaac Orr | June 10, 2019

Isaac Orr Talks About The Failed Wind Turbine at the St. Cloud VA on Justice and Drew

Last week I was on Justice and Drew to talk about the government boondoggle wind turbine at the St. Cloud VA hospital. Enjoy!

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