There is a public debate between the three candidates for U.S. Senate. During the debate, the topics of oil and energy are addre
ssed. Each candidate expressed their view on the issue: Edgar Eisenhower:
"We need to cut our dependence on foreign oil. Instead, let's use the natural world around us. Think about the sun, wind, water, the heat of the earth, and the crops in our fields. These will make for affordable energy in the 21st century. We should fund research in those areas. Let us also increase tax credits for private investment in clean, renewable sources of energy."
Rebecca Roosevelt:
"We need to cut our dependence on foreign oil and develop a national energy strategy. We should provide tax incentives for producing energy in the U.S. Let's increase U.S. supplies of coal, oil, and natural gas. We should promote environmentally responsible exploration and development of oil and gas reserves. That includes federal land like Alaska's National Wildlife Refuge. Let's also advance clean coal technology."
Terrance Taft:
"Looking at our energy supply is one thing—how we're using it is another. We can drive smaller, more fuel efficient cars. We can invest in more efficient technology for our homes and businesses. These things add up and make a big difference. In fact, in several new buildings associated with Taft Inc., we address our energy needs with locally produced renewable energy. That wouldn't be possible if we were using outdated, energy guzzling technology."
Some voters care deeply about finding alternative fuels to replace traditional energy sources like oil and coal. Which candidates would those voters most likely support?
Rebecca Roosevelt and Edgar Eisenhower
Rebecca Roosevelt only
Terrance Taft only
Edgar Eisenhower and Terrance Taft
Voters are interested in finding alternative sources that replace traditional sources like coal and oil. Eisenhower tells us that we need to use the sun, wind, water, heat of the earth and crops in our fields in order to produce energy. This means that he is interested in alternative sources. Roosevelt tells us that she believes we need to increase our supplies of coal, oil and natural gas. Therefore, she is not interested in alternatives. Finally, Taft believes we need new technology that allows us to use alternative, renewable sources of energy such as those used in new buildings at Taft Inc. Therefore, he is interested in alternative sources of energy.
