Last week, the House of Representatives passed the most progressive energy bill to-date. It included increased CAFE standards to 35-mpg, a renewable energy standard calling for 15% of the nation's electricity to come from renewable sources by the year 2020, and $13 billion in cuts from subsidies for oil companies (boohoo oil companies). With the narrow , practically non-existent, Democratic majority in the Senate, it seems unlikely that such a forward-thinking bill will pass. Furthermore, President Bush has all but promised to veto this bill....I can't wait until he is out of office.
It seems that Pelosi is the only one in Washington who can get anything done...come on Harry! What happened to the good 'ol "Give 'em Hell Harry" I knew and loved? I know it's not his fault, but I wish that the Senate would do something and I wish when they'd do it, Bush wouldn't veto it. 'Tis a sad state of affairs.
Monday, December 10, 2007
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This is sad. Especially since the most recent IPCC report stressed taking immediate action within the next 1-2 years, or else we'll face irreversible danger.
What do they need, 60 votes for veto proof? Come on GOP Evangelical Senators! Protecting the planet is a moral imperative, don't make Jesus angry.
You can still call your Senator's office and demand that they back a strong energy bill and don't back down.
Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121
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