An investigation should be launched immediately into the demotion of DEP employee Andrea Lani in retaliation for her testimony about the health dangers of the chemical BPA.
Why is this important?
Andrea Lani has been an employee in good standing with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection since 1999.
On March 29, she testified before a legislative committee, warning about the risks of Governor Paul LePage's efforts to weaken protections for the chemical BPA, which has been linked to developmental problems in kids, heart disease, and cancer.
In retaliation, Andrea was demoted and replaced by a far less qualified individual who had been hired in January for an entry-level clerical position.
