Jim Ryun: “establishing a sound energy policy for America's future includes reducing our dependency on foreign oil and preserving…”

“establishing a sound energy policy for America's future includes reducing our dependency on foreign oil and preserving the environment. While many argue that these two goals conflict with each other, I do not believe this to be true. That is why I am calling for the increased production and availability of ethanol. The increased use of ethanol would clearly reduce America's dependency on foreign oil, and it would also provide consumers with a fuel that burns much cleaner than traditional gasoline. Another benefit of ethanol is the economic potential it holds for corn-producing States like Kansas. Increased ethanol use would provide additional market capacity for farmers. However, the economic impact is not limited to Midwestern States. Supplementing the gasoline supply with ethanol has the potential to provide much-needed relief for prices at the pump across this Nation. In short, increased use of ethanol would bolster our national security, bolster our economy, and benefit our environment.”