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Originally Posted by ERD50
Thanks Razor, it appears that Pres Carter had an excellent grasp of the situation.
As you say, with relatively cheap gas, not too many cared to listen, fewer still would care to act. It would have been interesting if they could have gradually and predictable raised taxes on gas over the past 30 years, so that we would be better prepared now, with more public transit, more conservation, etc. It's tough to make big changes in a short time.
-ERD50
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As a president Carter had a lot to be desired but he was an intelligent thoughtful man. Too bad we didn't take him seriously.
Just heard on the news that the Saudies are going to increase production. They are afraid if prices get too high alternative energy sources will get a foothold.
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