President Obama proposed scrapping $4.5 billion in subsidies for oil companies in the State of the Union, suggesting the monies might be put to better use as incentives for clean energy. Presidents have been trying to do this for decades – even former oilman George W. Bush tried to shut off the spigot, but to no […]
What Obama needs to say on gas prices
I think there’s a real lack of progressive engagement with the most pressing issue to most people – gas prices. For people working 40 to 60 hours a week, looking for jobs, feeding their families, the latest EPA MACT rule isn’t even on their radar. They care about gas prices, which are really cutting into […]
“He said, she said” journalism and the novelty of Politifact
While cruising my morning blogs it struck me how much of political journalism has be come a recounting of statements. Boehner says one thing, Schumer counters with another, and the debate ends there. The press is meant to be a check on government so abuses of power don’t go unpunished. Abuses occurring in secrecy will […]
Oil CEOs testify before Senate Finance Committee
Some sharp words exchanged here. Apparently Conoco put out a statement saying the removal of oil subsidies is “un-American.” Schumer and Menendez asked the CEO to apologize but he refused to do so. Lots of CAP research cited by Dems and serious spin by R’s. I almost feel bad for the CEOs – all of […]
Resurgence of climate denial
This is a saddening indicator of how far the climate debate has fallen – McCain on Climate: Popout Gingrich on Climate: Popout Contrast it with this – Presidential hopeful Tim Pawlenty: Popout Chairman of the House Energy and Environment Committee Fred Upton: Popout Sad. Progressives are on firm, factual ground with climate but need to […]