New Left Wing Anti-Energy Strategy: Drill Nothing, Tax Everything Aug 22, 2008
He began saying maybe he could accept some drilling in a comprehensive energy bill which would also include a lot of other things ... Finally, on Saturday, in their weekly radio address, Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the Democrats would have drilling in a new energy bill ... But when you read beyond the headline of Speaker Pelosi's statement and get to the details, it is clear she is trying to maneuver to block the Republicans from having a straight up or down vote on a powerful energy bill. (Human Events Online)
Health care no longer primary ailment Aug 21, 2008
This week, the Obama campaign criticized McCain's visit to an oil rig off the coast of and held a conference call with Tom Vilsack, the former Democratic governor of , to complain about McCain's opposition to an energy bill pending on Capitol Hill. It also announced a "Next Generation Veterans for Obama" group that will participate at the Democratic convention, and accused McCain of questioning Obama's patriotism. (Chicago Tribune)
Dems slant votes Aug 20, 2008
Moreover, even if all the senators who missed the vote voted for this do nothing partisan energy bill, the vote would still have failed handily. The Congressional Records show that McCain missed a little over 300 votes and Obama missed some 284 during this election period. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
McCain takes case for drilling to the Gulf Aug 20, 2008
Despite the urgency that McCain attached to the problem, Democrats noted that he had missed every vote on a 2007 energy bill that increased fuel economy standards for the first time in three decades. McCain also missed all eight votes on a renewable energy bill that was defeated last month. (International Herald Tribune)
From oil platform, McCain drills energy plan Aug 20, 2008
Former Iowa governor Tom Vilsack, speaking to reporters on behalf of Obama, criticized McCain for opposing a compromise energy bill in the Senate that would permit more drilling while revoking certain tax breaks for oil companies. McCain spokesman Taylor Griffin said the specifics of the Senate proposal have yet to be spelled out, but McCain has urged Congress to return from its summer break to vote on the issue. (USA Today)
Analysis: When A Flip Isn't Always A Flop Aug 19, 2008
Then, after criticizing McCain, followed him, allowing that he might consider some offshore drilling, but only as part of a larger, comprehensive energy bill. Sure, we get it: They're running for president, and $4-a-gallon gasoline refocuses the mind, not to mention the talking points. (CBS News)
BEN LIEBERMAN: Washington running dry on a gas price fix Aug 19, 2008
The strongly liberal Democratic leadership - Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and their like-minded colleagues are at odds with a number of pro-energy Democrats who would join Republicans and put a domestic energy bill over the top. This is why the leadership is stonewalling: They're desperate to avoid a vote they know they would lose. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Don't blame Democrats Aug 19, 2008
I remember wrote on Aug 19, 2008 12:04 AM:" Doesn't Mr. Hanson remember that President Bush tried to pass a energy bill that included increased production but the Democrats couldn't allow that so they made a big deal (with the help of the Democratic press) out of the fact that Chaney had the nerve to meet with oil executives. I think meeting with the experts is good when trying to write effective legislation. But that was made the issue and the Democrats killed the bill, again. And by the way... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
The Pelosi Plan Aug 19, 2008
The Democrats, under Ms. Pelosi's leadership, have repeatedly blocked efforts to formulate an energy bill, and we can all attest to how much the price of gasoline has increased under her leadership ... Apparently the pressure is getting to Pelosi, as she recently said she might "let" the House vote on a "comprehensive" energy bill ... To her, the word "comprehensive" will likely mean loading a so-called energy bill with lots of giveaways and unprecedented taxpayer burdens. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)
Baucus bonanza Aug 19, 2008
It s up to us in Congress to pass a strong energy bill, Baucus said. He added that tax incentives to increase development of alternative and renewable energy and developing new sources of traditional fuels like the Bakken Formation in eastern Montana and the western Dakotas could help everyone with rising costs, including ag producers. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Finding energy in forest waste Aug 19, 2008
As we plan for our next plant, a key consideration is the ability to use incentives put in place in the 2007 energy bill, Kramer said ... National forest products were included in the renewable fuels standards under the Senate version of the energy bill, but were removed on the House side. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Neighborly competition Aug 18, 2008
When Sarah Cluggish and her husband, Jason, noticed their family's energy bill rising last year, they took the fight to Tumbler, El Oso, Ten Pin, and Boss Stoutmore, as well as two other families from Medford, where they live. The end result for the family, which participated in the inaugural season of a program called Energy Smackdown, was a handful of lifestyle changes and significant savings on their energy bills ... "Last winter, when everyone was freaking out about high energy bills, I... (Boston Globe)
Energy plan, not a talk-in, is needed Aug 18, 2008
Even Pelosi is considering legislation that would permit new offshore drilling as part of a broad energy bill, reports the Washington Post. But Latham says the trouble lies in what else will be attached to an eventual Democratic bill. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Back Channels: Pelosi needs to follow the Tip Aug 17, 2008
" Pelosi is well aware that if it comes to a vote, Democrats will join Republicans in supporting a package that calls for offshore drilling, developing U.S. shale oil resources, expanding nuclear power, constructing new refineries, and promoting energy-efficient buildings and vehicles and alternative-energy production. But Nancy Pelosi wasn't able to work in a bipartisan way. She wasn't willing to listen - to her House colleagues or the 70 percent to 80 percent of the American people who want... (Philadelphia Inquirer)
The National Clean Energy Summit Aug 16, 2008
Reid was behind the 2007 Energy Bill, H.R. 6. According to Reid s website, Nevada s renewable resources could make it the nation s epicenter for clean energy. (Suite101.com)
LETTERS: NCT, August 15, 2008 Aug 16, 2008
And if they are so insistent that drilling is the answer to our national fuel cost challenge, why are they not demanding that the oil companies begin drilling on the millions of pre-approved acreage that the oil companies are merely sitting on, while we pay more at the pump and on our energy bills ... Ron wrote on Aug 15, 2008 6:39 AM:Obviously, Douglas Dunn missed my post from the otherday regarding votes for the 2005 Energy Bill, Senate bill S.10, the supposed "secret Cheney energy bill"... (North County Times)
Candidates converge on oil a bit Aug 16, 2008
The Udall-Salazar bill builds on a plan from the "Gang of 10," a group of five senators from each party who have agreed on an energy bill that is heavy on renewable-energy promotion, with authorization for some new drilling. Congress won't be able to pass anything until it returns from recess in early September. (Durango Herald)
As UPS, DHL pursue a deal, Congress gets involved Aug 16, 2008
recently introduced an energy bill. Isakson doesn t believe the DHL/UPS contract will require federal regulatory oversight. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Rep. Murphy suggests compromise on oil drilling to move energy bill Aug 15, 2008
Murphy suggests compromise on oil drilling to move energy bill ... Murphy suggests compromise on oil drilling to move energy bill By SCOTT WHIPPLE, Herald staff08/14/2008 U.S. Rep ... Murphy believes compromise on increased offshore drilling will open the door to a comprehensive energy bill. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Obama ad hits McCain on pocketbook issues Aug 14, 2008
In response to the ad, McCain spokesman Tucker Bounds pointed out that Obama supported - and McCain opposed - an energy bill full of tax breaks for oil companies. "The truth is Barack Obama's plan is a job-killing machine that ignores the struggling economy and raises taxes on family savings, Social Security, and small businesses," Bounds said in a statement. (Boston Globe)
Ethanol industry improves product and PR efforts Aug 14, 2008
The energy bill passed by Congress last year requires 9 billion gallons of ethanol to be blended into gasoline this year and about 11 billion gallons next year. The mandate requires refiners to use 36 billion gallons of ethanol by 2022. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Pelosi joins Democrats softening their stance against offshore ... Aug 14, 2008
By Richard Simon, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer August 14, 2008 WASHINGTON -- Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is considering legislation that would permit new offshore drilling as part of a broad energy bill, a response to growing anxiety within her party that Republicans are gaining traction with election-year attacks that Democrats aren't doing enough to address high gasoline prices ... "Speaker Pelosi is only going to schedule a vote on an offshore energy bill if she believes it would... (Los Angeles Times)
UNDER THE DOME Aug 14, 2008
After filing my legislation, a comprehensive clean energy bill, commonly known as the Green Communities Act, which borrowed many sections from my bill, was filed and eventually passed in the House and the Senate. The bill, which was signed into law in early July establishes a broad framework for change that so many of us desire. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Letters to the editor (Aug. 6) Aug 14, 2008
The truth is, and it is readily available, that the Republicans had 100 representatives signed up to speak on the energy bill. Speaker Pelosi turned off the microphones and had the lights turned off and refused to have the energy bill debated ... The Republican leadership demanded that the House stay in session until an energy bill be approved. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Top 10 Energy Questions For Speaker Pelosi Aug 14, 2008
Two weeks ago you hastily shut down the House floor, turned off the lights, microphones and cameras so that the American public could not hear Republicans debate the energy crisis and the need for Congress to stay in session to pass an energy bill rather than head out on a five-week vacation. Do you still believe in open government and the freedom of speech, or did all that change when you became Speaker. (Human Events Online)
Republicans Eye Pelosi’s Rhetoric on Drilling Aug 14, 2008
for refusing to bring up their offshore drilling bill, though they stopped short of endorsing a presidential veto of any energy bill that doesn t lift a moratorium on such drilling. LOG IN NOT A SUBSCRIBER. (Roll Call)
In Congress, a boost for alternative energy Aug 14, 2008
With the Senate's passage of an energy bill June 21, action this week shifts to the House, where Democrats will be rolling out their own plan for America's energy future. Rifts within their ranks, however, are forcing House Democrats to postpone some tough issues until fall a move that could complicate coming to terms with the Senate once an energy bill clears the House ... Speaker Pelosi wants this year's energy bill to mark a clean break with energy policy of the past, when Republicans... (Yahoo News -- Alternative Energy)
Energy: Answering Russia Aug 14, 2008
One other thing: Congress should, as a matter of national security, pass a broad energy bill that includes drilling on all federal lands and offshore, plus the development of alternative energy. When House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her fellow Democrats deny the U.S. badly needed sources of new energy, they make America more vulnerable to energy blackmail. (Investors Business Daily)
For McCain, change begins with a 'No' Aug 13, 2008
The apparent hypocrisy of Obama's commercial was certainly not lost on the McCain campaign, which quickly pointed out that Obama had supported the last round of tax breaks for big oil companies contained in the so-called Bush-Cheney energy bill ... So while both senators saw major problems with the 2005 energy bill, Obama decided that the good aspects of the bill outweighed the bad, whereas McCain determined that voting against the good parts of the bill was necessary to send a message about... (MSNBC -- Politics)
LETTERS: NCT, Aug. 12, 2008 Aug 13, 2008
He might want to cool his jets on all that "corporate shill" stuff, since the Democrat Presidential candidate voted for the 2005 "Cheney" Energy Bill. And another, I'd like to bring to your attention, another "source" of information my good buddy just loves to quote. (North County Times)
Gang of Sellouts? Aug 13, 2008
Gang of Sellouts - HUMAN EVENTS. Gang of Sellouts 08/13/2008. (Human Events Online)
Top House hopefuls win easy in Nevada primary Aug 13, 2008
He participated in "shadow session" of Congress protesting the Democratic leadership's decision to recess without voting on an energy bill that includes an increase in domestic oil drilling. Titus said she supports a compromise plan that opens up some waters to drilling but with restrictions. (Las Vegas Sun)
Energy Policy: Pelosi's Ploy Aug 13, 2008
Yet, Pelosi earlier this month let Congress out for its August recess without voting on an energy bill. This outraged some Republicans, who stayed behind to stage a protest in the House chamber. (Investors Business Daily)
Georgia congressman sparks GOP energy 'uprising' Aug 12, 2008
urges Congress to return for an energy bill vote ... Lynn Westmoreland of Grantville, kicked off the speechmaking by blasting the House Democrats for leaving town without voting on an energy bill that includes offshore drilling for oil. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Just a Deal Between 10 Senators Aug 12, 2008
Congressmen in the House of Representatives who are taking to the floor of the House in recess or traveling around their districts holding town hall meetings and are holding firm that the first tenet of any energy bill has to maximize the access to American oil and then develop alternatives. Or should we believe that a bipartisan meeting of 10 Senators can hammer out an alternative. (Human Events Online)
READ MORE > Aug 11, 2008
Liberals control Congress and voted for a summer break, but not on an energy bill that would allow oil drilling. So how many of you believe that their likes have any real concern about this country, the economy or its citizens. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
'Where is the outrage?' Aug 11, 2008
On Aug. 1, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi turned off the lights, microphones and TV camera during debate on an energy bill and left town ... Keith wrote on Aug 8, 2008 7:21 AM:" Watching a bunch of rich old Republicans attempting to pull off a "sleepover", complete with golf outings, at the capital is comical. I agree with the need to drill in America, but I know that the effect on gas prices would be negligible and certainly don't warrant such theatrics. If America had been a bit more responsible... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Going back to basics to save on energy Aug 11, 2008
That's one of the things we've noticed when people call in because their energy bills have increased, Rapkoch said ... You can create what-if scenarios and calculate how changes you may make will affect your energy bill. (Missoulian, MT)
Reid Promises Hectic Session Aug 11, 2008
Senate Democrats have outlined an ambitious legislative agenda to pack into three weeks in September, including long-stalled issues such as an energy bill and tax extenders. LOG IN NOT A SUBSCRIBER. (Roll Call)
Obama Ad Attacks McCain on Yucca Mountain Aug 10, 2008
Check McCain s voting record on any energy bill, including R&D efforts for clean coal ... Only 3 senators voted against the major 2005 energy bill, including McCain. (New York Times)
The Tire-Gauge Solution: No Joke Aug 10, 2008
He is not an oilman; he has pushed to regulate carbon emissions; and he opposed Bush's pork-stuffed energy bill, which Obama supported. He also opposed efforts to drill in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and until recently opposed new offshore drilling. (Time.com)
Pro-Obama-lematic Media Coverage Aug 9, 2008
Obama was asked a tough question - a refreshing change of pace - by a reporter this week about whether it was fair to tar McCain with connections to oil lobbyists when Obama voted for an energy bill that McCain opposed because it contained subsidies for oil companies. It prompted this outburst from the candidate: Hold on a second Jon [the reporters name], I thought I was talking to you instead of debating John McCain, but I am happy to let you serve as his proxy. (CBS News)
Republicans continue call for vote on energy bill Aug 9, 2008
The Cameron Herald -- Serving Milam County since 1860. CAMERON HERALD NEWS SECTIONS. (Cameron Herald, TX)
FLASH: Cheney and Bush both speaking first night of convention... Aug 9, 2008
Jonathan Martin's Blog: Cheney will speak at GOP convention - Politico. Nancy Pelota, More unopular than the extremely unpopular Cheney. (The Drudge Report)
Tester hopeful for energy solution beyond politics Aug 9, 2008
HELENA As the nation's energy debate escalated this week, one of Montana's two Democratic U.S. senators said he's hopeful an energy bill can pass this fall ... U.S. House Republicans, including Montana's congressman, Denny Rehberg, returned to Washington, D.C., this week during a recess to bash Democratic leaders for refusing action on a GOP energy bill that would allow drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and offshore areas and includes other energy-production incentives ... Yet... (Missoulian, MT)
State lawmakers hip-deep in energy debate Aug 9, 2008
The House Republicans have blamed the Democratic leadership for blocking the comprehensive energy bill. They say a special session should be held to pass the legislation, rather than waiting for September or later. (Havre Daily News, MT)
EPA Denies Texas' Request for Ethanol Waiver Aug 8, 2008
A federal energy bill passed in December requires that 9 billion gallons of ethanol be blended into gasoline from Sept. 1 to Aug. 31, 2009. Perry asked the EPA in April to drop the Renewable Fuels Standard requirement to 4. (Fox News)
Political Grapevine Aug 8, 2008
It shows McCain calling for Congress to come back to Washington and work on an energy bill, pointing out that McCain has missed more votes than any other senator this year. To drive home that point, the video shows an arrow pointing at an empty seat. (Fox News)
EPA decision sets precedent Aug 8, 2008
A federal energy bill passed late in 2007 requires that 9 billion gallons of ethanol be blended into gasoline. Texas Gov. Rick Perry had asked the EPA to drop the requirement to 4. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
* Candidates inflate tire pressure debate Aug 8, 2008
Last weekend, the House and the Senate adjourned amid calls from House Republicans for a vote on an energy bill that would expand more domestic oil drilling. In the Senate, a debate was pending on a proposal by a bipartisan group of 10 to boost taxes on oil companies while allowing a limited expansion of oil drilling off the coast of Southern states. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Free the oil - and other slick tricks Aug 8, 2008
McCainiacs respond by noting that Obama voted for the 2005 omnibus energy bill - signed by President Bush - which gave oil companies specific tax breaks. For that very reason, McCain voted no.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Valley lawmakers push for offshore drilling Aug 8, 2008
Both back separate comprehensive energy bills that emphasize support for offshore oil and gas drilling ... Nunes crafted a big energy bill that among many other provisions lifts the 27-year-old moratorium on new Outer Continental Shelf drilling. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Flip-flops more fashionable this election Aug 8, 2008
A few weeks later Obama said he could accept a little offshore drilling in a comprehensive energy bill. Obama also decided that he was, after all, in favor of taking oil from the nation's emergency stockpile. (USA Today)
McCain Slams Obama Over Drilling Off Coasts Aug 8, 2008
"Obama might be a little bit confused. Yesterday, he accused me of having President Bush's policies on energy. That's odd because he voted for the president's energy bill and I voted against it," McCain said. "I know he hasn't been in the Senate that long but even in the real world voting for something means you support it and voting against something means you oppose it," McCain said. (Newsmax)
LETTER: We should be drilling for oil here and now Aug 7, 2008
sapient wrote on Aug 6, 2008 9:27 AM:" TQ-But No Answers: In 8-6 JG-TC A1 there is an article Looking For a Surge. The last paragraph states, "But Obama himself voted for a 2005 energy bill backed by Bush that included billions in subsidies for oil and natural gas production, a measure Cheney played a major role in developing ... Jon Ralston asked Obama about the contradiction inherent in this strategy the fact that Obama voted for Cheneys energy bill in 2005 while McCain voted against it. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Pelosi Shrugs Off Continued GOP Protests Over Energy Aug 7, 2008
" reads Question No. 6. Pelosi laid blame at Republican feet for not ensuring "we wouldn't reach the energy crisis we're in now" while they were in the majority in Congress, and asked for support for ending "undue speculation in the oil market" a measure that met its demise in the Senate. Pelosi vouched for a larger low-income heating assistance program and a renewable electricity standard, both of which are unpopular among Republicans. Making a cameo appearance Wednesday, Gingrich, who led... (Fox News)
House funds $1,200 'resource rebate' Aug 7, 2008
The House today is expected to take up an energy bill that includes the $1,200 rebate as well as a temporary suspension of the state's 8-cent tax per gallon of gasoline. The Senate already has passed its own energy bill that includes an array of state electricity and home heating subsidies plus a much smaller rebate of $500 per Alaska resident. (Anchorage Daily News)
Letters to the editor: (8/7/08) Aug 7, 2008
The ADN ignored the fact that over incredible protest from the House Republicans, Nancy Pelosi adjourned the House before allowing an up or down vote on an energy bill that included increased drilling among other conservation measures. Pelosi adjourned the House, had the cameras, microphones and lights turned off. (Anchorage Daily News)
House skeptical of Senate plan for subsidies Aug 7, 2008
Mike Doogan, D-Anchorage, have been suggesting that a deadlocked Legislature might not be able to produce any energy bill at all ... If neither the House nor the Senate agrees to the other body's energy bill, there could be a conference committee appointed to try to reach an agreement. (Juneau Empire)
Gingrich to guest star at pro-oil drilling protest Aug 7, 2008
Since then, Republican lawmakers have been bringing tourists in to hear their daily arguments for voting on a "comprehensive" energy bill that includes drilling along the outer continental shelf. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Gingrich joins revolt over oil drilling Aug 7, 2008
Later, a standing-room only crowds of tourists filed onto the House floor where they listened and applauded for the fourth day, while Republican lawmakers chided the Democratic majority for going on vacation without first taking up an energy bill that would allow more offshore oil drilling. Gingrich did not speak in the House chamber. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Politicians, call off those vacations - August 7, 2008 Aug 7, 2008
However, many Republican members of the U.S. House are calling for their fellow representatives to come back and finalize an emergency energy bill. While some were quick to label this a political stunt, it's important to note that representatives who elect to return to Washington, D.C. , this month are actually forfeiting a good deal of time they could have spent campaigning in their home states. (Missoulian, MT)
Letters for Wednesday, August 6, 2008 Aug 7, 2008
A bipartisan group had put together a compromise energy bill which included offshore drilling. Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi refused to allow it to come to a vote. (Missoulian, MT)
Anti-energy Dems leave for vacation Aug 7, 2008
Barack Obama's willingness to include some offshore drilling in an comprehensive energy bill as a flip-flop is just parroting empty-headed sound-bite TV journalism. If one reads the senator's speech it, is clear he still thinks offshore drilling will not produce meaningful energy results for our country, but he will consider it as part of a compromise energy bill that can get 60 votes in the Senate. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Wyden wants commission to delay LNG decision Aug 7, 2008
grams wrote on Aug 6, 2008 2:13 PM:" Well, thoughtful, I remember when those of us who first approached all the above mentioned legislators had to lobby very hard to get them to take a stand. But they listened and then they stood. The one thing that these individuals can do that we can't is cast votes in Congress supporting our positions. I have every faith that Baird, Takko, Blake and Hatfield will vote to repeal portions of the 2005 energy bill which took away the right of individual states to... (Longview Daily News, WA)
