Comprehensive Energy Policy

To address the future energy needs of the United States, and provide an example of efficiency and responsibility to the world, we must reinvent our energy policy. We cannot continue to frame the discussion as traditional vs. renewable if we want to remain a leader in responsible energy production. Our policy must include a pragmatic approach, incorporating technologically advanced usage of “traditional” resources like oil, coal, natural gas and nuclear, as well as bringing forth the emerging renewable energy provided by wind, water, biomass, algae and the sun.

Currently, restrictions on energy production methods have become obsolete in the face of new technology. A prime example comes in the form of Integral Fast Reactors (IFRs) which can provide clean and affordable nuclear energy for more than 1,000 years. It’s important to note that IFR’s are safe, resistant to proliferation, and use waste from outdated reactors as fuel. This technology needs to be at the forefront of American energy production. We have a responsibility to be good stewards of our resources, and support efforts to keep our air and water clean. This is why America must take the lead on energy.

The nation that provides the advances in energy policy to the world has the opportunity to benefit economically, and promote capitalism and freedom as well. America alone has the experience of balancing the strength that comes from global excellence with a respect for the rights of other nations and individuals. Liberty is the DNA of America, the constitution is our lifeblood. America, grounded in its founding principles, is uniquely positioned to provide responsible solutions to the world’s problems.

To provide those solutions, we must be willing to utilize the resources that are available to us. To reach the goals of energy security and economic prosperity, we must open the markets for energy production within our borders. We need to roll back outdated legislation intended for obsolete technology. We must push the envelope on emerging technologies, and lead the world in energy reforms that make sense economically. Twice American means first knowing what resources you have and second, developing a plan to use those resources responsibly. However, we ourselves must use these resources. We cannot continue to funnel money to other nations for resources we have in abundance at home.

The United States and its people expect exceptional solutions to our most pressing problems. We cannot afford to cripple industry with CAP and TRADE legislation or other hurtful regulations. I will introduce legislation to advance America’s energy sector in a responsible manner based on free-market principles. I will stand up against oppressive CAP and TRADE regulations that hurt American business. I am Twice American; in November, I’ll need your support to steer our nation back toward prosperity.