The Democrats and the environmentalists have been wishing for years for higher gas prices. At one point there was a proposal to impose an additional 50 cent a gallaon gas tax just to get the price up. Of course, the side benefit of having more money to spend never was considered by the tax and spend party.
Now, they have $4/gallon gas and they are running from it like stuck pigs.
Mark Udall's recent switch from a lifelong and ardent opponent of drilling to an offshore drilling cheerleader has been noticed in Washington by Politico:
His family name is closely tied with the protection of natural resources and conservation, consistent with the approach that he has advocated in the House. In Congress, Udall opposed offshore drilling on numerous occasions, and voted against expanding refinery capacity six times...
Udall’s adapted position on drilling was particularly surprising because his election to the Senate has become a leading priority for environmental groups. The League of Conservation Voters even aired an early advertisement portraying his GOP opponent, Bob Schaffer, alongside oil rigs.
I've had an interest in politics since the early 1960's. This year is unlike any other in terms of a single issue forcing changes in long held positions by politicians. What is amazing is that there are two issues that might turn the electorate: Gas Prices and Georgia.
The Democrats have gotten what they have wished for for years, high gas prices. It is hurting them, rather than helping them.
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