Political Quotes

“the Senate is considering one of the most important pieces of legislation that I have worked on in my legislative career--the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. I thank all the Senators who helped to craft this important bill. This energy legislation will move America in a new direction--it will make us more independent as a Nation, strengthen our economy and protect our environment. I am proud to support this legislation which will take meaningful steps to use our energy resources more wisely. Without this legislation we will fail to protect our country, and our children, from the growing threats of global warming, which is a clear and present danger to the national security and the economy of the United States. The bill we are considering today begins to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. For many years I have advocated for an increase in CAFE standards and have offered amendments to previous energy bills to achieve this important goal. I am pleased that for the first time in over 2 decades we will be voting on legislation that raises the fuel economy of our cars and trucks. After 22 years of allowing vehicles to average 27.5 miles per gallon, cars and trucks will need to average 35 miles per gallon by 2020.”