Political Quotes

“Some may argue that this program remains aimed at improving fuel efficiency rather than a repurposed agenda aimed at fulfilling radical Green New Deal priorities. I refer those who would make this argument to a quote from Senator Merkley in support of this program. He said: ``Climate chaos is the greatest existential threat of our lifetimes, and it is going to take an all-hands-on-deck approach to slash pollution--much of which comes from the transportation sector--that is fanning the flames of the crisis. . . . we can use new technologies to chart a path forward . . . , and lead the world toward a more sustainable future. . . . as we work to thwart the most catastrophic impact of the climate crisis.'' Now, setting aside for a moment the absurdity of the statement, you can tell it was made by a politician who will never be held accountable for the consequences of such actions or actually be required to live under the rules he seeks to impose. He will always be able to afford whatever vehicle he chooses, but not so much for the rest of us. It is not just left-leaning politicians who spout hyperbole and demand net-zero emissions by 2050. It is also our Federal agencies. Secretary Granholm said: ``Getting to net-zero carbon emission . . . means we must aggressively cut down the largest source of emissions: the transportation sector.'' Then, to highlight this, she referred to the SuperTruck program.…”