Attack of the Republicans: Cap and Trade is Dead

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Global warming?

Today's Senate race in Massachusetts is the big story on Wall Street. According to the pollsters this political race, again, epitomizes change. This time, however, it's not a change against Bush and Republicans. This time, the message is for Democrats that have either gone too far, or not in the right direction, at least according to the populist majority.

Even if Republican Scott Brown loses, the Wake Up call has been delivered. Issues such as any big 'cap & trade' program, according to the pundits, are now dead.

So, why not give foreign oil dependence a try?

Apart from strengthening America's national security and economy, ending foreign oil dependence reduces CO2 emissions, significantly. Yes, a commitment to a swift and an efficient end to foreign oil dependence will require short term drilling, particularly natural gas drilling, which also reduces CO2 emissions. More important, however, a swift and efficient end to foreign oil dependence - and stronger national security and a more robust economy - mandates the aggressive use of advanced clean technologies, such as hybrids, plug-ins and solar power.

When it comes to foreign oil dependence, can't we all get along?

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