Truth about drilling and gas prices slips out on FOX and Friends

[ccharles000]

Due to technical difficulties, a Democrat actually got an unopposed segment with FOX Friends Steve Doocy and Dave Briggs to reveal some facts about Democrats' energy plans and Republican posturing. The hosts did their best to derail but MD Congressman Chris Van Hollen prevailed - what a breath of fresh air!
With video.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is agreeing to a vote on offshore drilling as long as there are environmental safeguards included, and it is a small part of a comprehensive energy plan that focuses on developing alternative, renewable energy sources for America and efficiency.

Right off the bat Van Hollen called the Republicans for engaging in a "great political stunt," trying to persuade Americans that by giving the oil companies more land now they'll see immediate relief at the pump. He cited the Energy Dept. as saying the drop in prices, if at all, will be in the future and immaterial.

Challenged by Briggs about why she wouldn't allow a vote before Congress broke for vacation, Van Hollen replied that what they voted on before the break were bills that would have "an immediate impact at the pump" - "in your opinion," interjected Briggs. Van Hollen said you asked, let me answer - swapping heavy for light crude in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, and regulating oil market speculators would both have an immediate impact and Republicans said "no" to both. In a comprehensive plan, Dems hope to use some of the revenue generated from drilling to invest in developing long-term solutions.

http://www.newshounds.us/2008/08/19/truth_about_drilling_and_gas_prices_slips_out_on_fox_and_friends.php#more

[zbdent]

1. that will likely disappear quickly ...

good job, Van Hollen, not getting intimidated.

Will be the Dem's only appearance on Faux ... they don't like someone who actually fights back ...