The difference between Mr. Putin and us . . . is that he wields energy as a weapon to achieve his geostrategic goals, while we look to energy flow in free markets as a means of promoting international peace, prosperity, and economic stability.
Contrasts U.S. energy policies with Putin's aggressive strategies.
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Energy scarcity is a potent strategic weapon. The greater the gap between global supply and demand, the more destructive the weapons will become.
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