Shell Oil president wants more access to energy resources

[phantom power]

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho (AP) -- The United States' reliance on foreign oil is increasing because of limits on where companies can search for resources, the president of Shell Oil Co. says.

"The U.S. prohibits access to its own natural resources," John Hofmeister said. "We need more oil and gas, whether it's onshore Alaska, or offshore Alaska."

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[louis-t]

1. This from a company who's prices are ALWAYS the highest.

Too many are falling for the "Democrats won't let us drill" whine. I just learned that 95% of ANWR is open for drilling. Only 5% is actually protected. Letting them drill wherever they want won't lower prices. Say it loud and often.

[phantom power]

2. The building of the bigger stone heads has commenced.

[Hidey]

3. nt

Trying to twist the destruction of our currency for 2 stupid wars, rampant greed & market speculation along with constant, endless threats to bomb innocent people in Iran and elsewhere into "Them darn Democrats don't care if you can afford to get to work, or feed your family. They hate you and won't let you have any oil, see?"

Typical.

Why am I not surprised?