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Sam Johnson applauds POTUS’ decision to explore for oil
Johnson urges Democrats to act now

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Washington, Jul 14 -

Today U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (3rd Dist.-Texas) released the following statement after President George W. Bush called for the end of the offshore energy exploration ban.   

Noting that only one hurdle remains, Bush declared, “This means that the only thing standing between the American people and these vast oil resources is action from the U.S. Congress.”

 

To bring down the price of gasoline and natural gas, Johnson favors expanding U.S. refinery capacity, tapping America’s own energy resources, streamlining the number of fuel blends and promoting the use of clean, alternative energy.

 

Johnson’s statement follows:

 

“Finally – a real energy solution that makes America more energy self sufficient!  Americans are fed up paying over $4 for a gallon of gas and want action – now.

 

“The United States must become energy independent -- oil, gas, coal, nuclear, solar and wind. All of it.  To bring down the price of gasoline, we must focus on increasing America’s energy supply. Congress needs to follow the President’s example and act now to increase exploration.  Now the only thing holding up lower gas prices is the Democrat leaders in Congress.   

 

“Recently a Democrat aide was quoted in The Hill newspaper as saying, “Right now, our strategy on gas prices is ‘Drive small cars and wait for the wind.’  Americans want Democrats and Republicans to work together to find common-sense solutions to the skyrocketing cost of gasoline – and that includes exploring for energy right here in America.

 

“The President made the first move.  Now it’s time for the Democrats in Congress to change their tune and follow his lead.”

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