Pepco, enough is enough; Public Service Commission, tough times call for courage
The Public Service Commission granted Pepco a $50.9 million rate increase, a decision criticized for its impact on struggling residents.
While the Public Service Commission denied half of Pepco’s recent rate increase, it is sending the wrong message by still granting the utility a $50.9 million rate increase at a time when people are struggling just to get by, writes the Rev. Katherine Manhardt.
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