Ben Hatfield Quotes

We determined with the cooperation of state and federal agencies that we can move forward and at a quicker pace and do it safely. We believe we were overly conservative before.

- Ben Hatfield

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The true heroes of this effort are the mine rescue teams who risk their own lives to save those of their fellow coal miners. At the darkest hour of this rescue effort, we prayed for 13 miracles. Despite our grief and despair at the loss of our 12 co-workers, we want to celebrate the one miracle that was delivered. - Ben Hatfield

Let's put this in perspective. Who do I tell not to celebrate? I didn't know if there were 12 or 1 (who were alive). - Ben Hatfield

We sincerely regret the manner in which the events unfolded. We allowed the jubilation to go on longer than it should have. - Ben Hatfield