So, If this was the do nothing congress of 2008, it is because of the obstruction from the Republican party. For example, how many different proposals did the republicans in congress turn down, let's count:
1) Drill on land that is already leased to the oil companies. Link
2) Tap the country's strategic oil reserve, or swap light oil for heavy oil Link
3) Oil speculation legislation. Link
Now whether you agree or disagree with some or all of the above suggestions, this does in part disspell the myth that the Democrats are doing nothing about the energy crisis. The rules of legislation are set up that a minority of senators or congressional reps can bring any legislation to a screeching halt.
Martin
Monday, August 4, 2008
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