That is encouraging because I guess we have only had two permits issued, and they were both for producing wells already so that is encouraging.
the Deepwater Horizon spill was a serious environmental disaster.
A Federal district court judge called the administration's actions unreasonable and unjustified.
former President Clinton characterized it as ridiculous.
This is truly a devastating disaster and they need as much assistance from around the world so they can recover.
I think that is important that we talk about that because, obviously, safety is an important issue.
I continue to be a strong supporter of nuclear energy, and I hope that you and the President also continue to do so.
Now more than ever the politically based policies must end. America does demand safe common sense solutions.
I am not straying from my support for safe nuclear energy as a vital component of America's present and future energy mix.
Blocking Yucca Mountain is penny wise and pound foolish, especially considering the $13.5 billion already spent.
For the President to have a Blue Ribbon Commission that excludes any discussion about Yucca Mountain is a fraud.