Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 16, 2009
We cannot allow our domestic oil and gas production to be shut down in favor of increased dependence on foreign oil.
Said by
Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

Editor's note · Context

Murkowski emphasizes the importance of domestic oil production over foreign dependence.

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