John Barrasso actually said...

"U.S. energy independence, I believe, is critically important for our national security."

"As part of your effort to promote U.S. industries in international markets, will you commit to advocate for eliminating trade barriers for soda ash and other important U.S. industries in the internati..."

"American energy production provides good jobs, funding for the schools and public services, all of these things."

"The United States' liquefied natural gas and other energy exports limit the ability of countries like Russia to wield energy supplies as geopolitical weapons."