During the recent 2024 presidential debate in Philadelphia, Vice President Kamala Harris declared that she wouldn't ban fracking, the controversial technique of extracting oil and gas from deep underground. Harris was once in favor of outlawing fracking, but now seemingly sees supporting the process as a potential vote winner. Fracking remains a contentious issue in the United States, and indeed around the world. But what does the operation actually involve, and why has it divided so much public opinion?
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