Governor Richardson and Energy

I can’t exactly remember how long ago I read the Exxon had one of the largest profit earnings ever in the company’s history, but when oil is near $100.00 a barrel and we may be headed for a recession; I think it’s time a presidential candidate come forward with a sound plan addressing our energy needs and conservation in the future.

What ever plan is implemented, by who ever, is going to hurt and as an American I know I’ll resist the change in my driving habits and perhaps auto performance when a plan is enacted. So, if I’m going to suffer these burdens I want an energy plan that works and I feel Governor Bill Richardson’s plan makes the most sense.

Also, I trust in him, since he is the only candidate that has the needed experience to devise and implement an affect plan that will hopefully reduce America’s dependence on foreign oil.

Please consider rendering a careful review of Governor Richardson’s Energy Plan and the video where Mr. Lee Iacocca and the Governor discuss possible future goals.

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Gov. Bill Richardson and Lee Iacocca on Money & Politics

New Mexico Governor and Democratic Presidential candidate Bill Richardson appears with former Chrysler CEO and Richardson supporter Lee Iacocca on Bloomberg TV’s Money & Politics.
November 14, 2007

Energy

 

We must “Act Boldly and Act Now” in order to make America a Clean Energy Nation like I made New Mexico a Clean Energy State. Consider this a call to action, for Congress, the energy industry, and the public. I am calling for a New American Revolution — an energy and climate revolution.

 

Cut Oil Demand: 50% by 2020

 

That means reducing oil imports from around 65% to 10-15%. We can do this in part by getting the 100 mile per gallon (mpg) car into the marketplace. We must work to double the Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards, or CAFE, to 50 mpg by 2020. And we will set a life-cycle low-carbon fuel standard that reduces the carbon impact of our liquid fuels by 30% by 2020.

 

Create New Efficiencies And Energy Sources in the Electrical Sector: 50% by 2040

 

I am calling for a national renewable portfolio standard of 30% by 2020 that will rise to 50% by 2040. This is aggressive, but necessary as we start using more electricity for automobiles. I will push for an energy productivity law requiring a 20% improvement in energy productivity by 2020. We could save customers $21 billion a year by 2020.

 

Dramatically Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions: 90% by 2050

 

20% by 2020, 80% by 2040 — ten years faster than scientists say is necessary because we must lead the world, and we can’t afford the possibility of backsliding and inaction. We will start with a market-based cap and trade system for greenhouse gas emissions to create incentives for the electric and industrial sectors to make significant reductions in their carbon emissions. Economists say the world can protect itself from drastic climate change at a cost of 1-3% of our economic activity. We can afford to protect the climate. Given the risks of catastrophic climate change, we can’t afford not to do it.

 

Lead By Example and Restore America as the World’s Leader

 

We must return to the international negotiating table and support mandatory world-wide limits on global warming pollution. We will work closely with fast-growing nations. I will cooperate with the European Union, the World Bank, and other allies to help finance the incremental cost of “doing it right.” I will create a North American Energy Council with Mexico and Canada, which supply about 20% of our oil, and make sure our relations with these neighbors are firm and friendly. As we reduce our demand for foreign oil, we should work with the Persian Gulf nations, and our partners at the UN, to create a multilateral system for protecting the Persian Gulf so that within ten years, the U.S. presence there could be sharply and safely reduced.

 

Get It All Done Without Breaking the Bank

 

We will raise some revenue, from the sales of carbon permits, for example. Further, I will get out the “green scissors” to cut back on wrongly-placed tax subsidies. Over time, this program will yield huge productivity increases in our economy, as well as significant budget savings and revenues. We will create more than ten times as much value in the American economy by reducing our oil imports as we spend to make this program happen.

 

Invite the Oil Companies to Become Energy Companies

 

I know people love to hate the oil companies. They have been raking in huge profits. But I want to invite them to become energy companies, and invest in our thriving new energy economy. They are invited to the table, but they aren’t going to run the table the way they have for the last six years.

 

The Bottom Line

 

Americans need energy to get to work, we need heat and electricity in our homes, schools and workplaces. We are hurt by unpredictable energy price cycles, and by our nation’s energy policy failures. The way out of the cycle is to create competition, to support energy productivity, new technologies and alternative fuels. And everyone — every American — must make an effort to make us energy independent and combat global warming. Our national security and our planet depend on it. It’s about creating a new energy economy here in the United States, and doing it quickly, with broad, bold strokes. It’s the way to a bright, strong, prosperous future for the United States — and for the world. I called for an energy revolution — and now, today, I call on you to join it.

 

The aforementioned may also be found here.

Related Documents:

• An Action Plan for America’s Energy and Climate Future

The Governor’s Presidential Campaign’s web site is here.

I’ve seen many blogs where there owners copied articles from established web sites, and in some cases implying the scripted content was authored by themselves, which I dislike and disapprove of. It may appear in this posting that I have done the same, which is only partly true.

Currently I am working and residing in Thailand, with plans to return to the states within the coming months and actively campaign for Governor Richardson, in his quest for the Presidency. Since I’m limited to Internet participation only and cannot personally attend formal functions, rallies, or physical assistance; this blog and posting to past along the “Word” is the only way I can provide support to the Governor’s campaign.

Hopefully the readers of this posting will be able to understand what I have personally authored from that of what I have copied from Governor Richardson’s web site or transcribed from the campaign’s posted videos.

My feelings and opinions are my own within this blog; I do not have any affiliation with the Governor or any part of his campaign or members of his staff.

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Leadership

For the moment let’s forget about who is going to be our new president, but instead what issues will our next president have to address during, not his/her first term in office, but instead the “first year” in office.

The American people want an end to the War in Iraq, how’s that going to be attended to, also coming up quickly and perhaps more importantly is Iran, which will really present a strain on our governing bodies, perhaps the military and our economy. Pakistan will also present an additional drain on the president’s time to insure its nuclear resources are not taken over by undesirable elements within the country.

Us Baby Boomers are getting along in age, and the Social Security system that was suppose to insure our golden years were somewhat easier for us is “broke”, since every administration has borrowed from our funds for the last thirty-five years or more. The next president will need to implement a Health Care reform plan instantly that works straight out of the old preverbal box.

Our economy is headed for a recession and reading the cost of oil is nearing $100 dollars a barrel and the new housing starts are almost at an all time low, coupled with the lending companies’ woes; it’s going to demand strong leadership from a president who has a successful track record of experience in energy related matters and is able to restore confidence in the stock market and financial institutions.

The Kyoto Agreement will soon expire in the next four years, and to date, the US really does not have a plan to stop the environmental pollution and come to the rescue of the effects of global warming.

Leadership will not only be required to address these aforementioned issues, but the next president must be a leader in congress, to stop all the in-row bickering that have taken place over the past years.

The election of 2008 is possibly the most important election that I’ll ever have and my fellow Americans have the opportunity to vote in. We should not let polls decide who the next president should be, nor should we be swayed by personalities, instead we must vote for a candidate that has both success and experience to lead the country.

Governor Bill Richardson, understands the importance of this coming election, he has authored his plans within his web site and spoken directly and candidly to the American people, ever opportunity he has received to explain his plans in detail to us.

Please consider giving the video a listen, the video is somewhat dated, but to me it proves Governor Richardson knew of our troubles eleven months and the importance of the 2008 Election:

 

Gov Richardson Announces Presidential Exploratory Committee

New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson today announced the formation of a Presidential campaign exploratory committee, with the clear intention of seeking the Democratic nomination for President in 2008.

 

“I am taking this step because we have to repair the damage that’s been done to our country over the last six years,” said Richardson. “Our reputation in the world is diminished, our economy has languished, and civility and common decency in government has perished.”

 

“The next president of the United States must get our troops out of Iraq without delay. Before I became Governor of New Mexico, I served as Ambassador to the United Nations and as Secretary of Energy. I know the Middle East well and it’s clear that our presence in Iraq isn’t helping any longer,” said Richardson.

 

“Our next President must be able to bring a country together that is divided and partisan,” said Richardson. “It is clear that Washington is broken and it’s going to take a return to bipartisanship and simple respect for each other’s views to get it fixed. Most public policy solutions these days are coming from Governors and state government. On issues like the environment, jobs, and health care, state governments are leading the way. And that’s because we can’t be partisan or we won’t get our jobs done. That’s a lesson I’ve learned as Governor and that’s what I’ll do as President.”

 

January 20, 2007

Update:
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L.A. Times – Politics

The Governor’s Presidential Campaign’s web site is here.

I’ve seen many blogs where there owners copied articles from established web sites, and in some cases implying the scripted content was authored by themselves, which I dislike and disapprove of. It may appear in this posting that I have done the same, which is only partly true.

Currently I am working and residing in Thailand, with plans to return to the states within the coming months and actively campaign for Governor Richardson, in his quest for the Presidency. Since I’m limited to Internet participation only and cannot personally attend formal functions, rallies, or physical assistance; this blog and posting to past along the “Word” is the only way I can provide support to the Governor’s campaign.

Hopefully the readers of this posting will be able to understand what I have personally authored from that of what I have copied from Governor Richardson’s web site or transcribed from the campaign’s posted videos.

My feelings and opinions are my own within this blog; I do not have any affiliation with the Governor or any part of his campaign or members of his staff.

Here’s what I’m following

Please Note:
This URL Address of https://tdadigital.wordpress.com/ is the Official and only address of Tom Awtry’s Blog. Those copying this Blog should read this article here, closely.

I have a plan for Health Care, “if”!

Remembering back to when former President Bill Clinton was campaigning for the Presidency, one of the main reason’s he was elected was he had a plan to address Health Care for each and every American citizen. Okay, his plan, which I felt was admirable, didn’t make it through congress; but that was almost fifteen years ago, and America is still struggling to come up with one.

Maybe I can’t see the forest for the trees, but every American, including myself, fully understands it going to cost them some in added taxes and perhaps some hardships with a new system that will need ironing out, until the Health Care plan works out properly. So, the next question comes to mind, who’s going to present a plan that workable enough to pass congress, accepted by the president and affordable enough that the American people can utilize the plan?

Senators Clinton and Obama have plans, but again they put their “if” saviors into their plan’s, which means, “if this happens we can do this” or “if some thing doesn’t happen the this can happen”, so in other words they’re “covering themselves”.

Governor Richardson, my presidential candidate, also has a plan for Health Care, but there’s no “if” clauses in his plan. Please render a listen and a bit of a read to his plan of tackling this fifteen year old nightmare that’s embarrassing our nation in the world community and hurting us Americans.

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Governor Richardson discusses his National Health Care Plan

Governor Bill Richardson discusses his national health care plan at a forum of presidential candidates sponsored by the Service Employees International Union and the Center for American Progress Action Fund. The Richardson Plan is a realistic, common-sense solution based on new ideas and proven methods.
March 30, 2007

Health Care

 

Governor Richardson’s health care plan uses new ways to expand proven sources of affordable coverage to all Americans. It guarantees that all Americans will have choices of high quality, affordable care by giving every American the choice to keep their current coverage or obtain coverage through an existing, well-established program. My plan can be paid for without raising taxes. When some do not have access to affordable care, all Americans end up paying the price.

 

Covering Every American

 

Working families and small businesses will be able to purchase coverage through the same plan that members of Congress enjoy. Americans 55 and older will be able to purchase coverage through Medicare. Veterans will get access to the high-quality care they deserve, when they need it, without bureaucratic hassles.

 

Keeping costs under control for families and businesses

 

Everyone who needs coverage will get an advance refundable tax credit based on income. Like auto insurance, all Americans will have to have health coverage and employers will pay their fair share of employee health care costs.

 

Eliminating High Interest Rates for Medical Expenses

 

Richardson will clamp down on banks and credit card companies that charge outrageous interest rates for medical care debt. Lenders need to do their fair share.

 

Investing in Prevention and Healthy Lifestyles

 

Richardson will invest in prevention, streamline administration, and support healthier lifestyle choices. In New Mexico, he got junk food out of schools, increased physical education, doubled the number of school based health centers and enacted a statewide public smoking ban.

 

Providing a “Heroes Health Card” to all of our Veterans

 

The conditions at Walter Reed and so many VA facilities are a disgrace. Richardson’s plan will give every veteran returning from active duty with a Heroes Health Card that provides them with a choice of physicians wherever they live. No one who has served in our military should have to drive 100 miles to the nearest VA facility just to get care.

 

Making Prescription Drugs Affordable

 

I have helped the people in my state get more affordable prescription drugs. Americans are tired of big pharmaceutical companies that rake in profits while they struggle to pay for basic, lifesaving medicines. The Federal government should negotiate prescription drug prices through Medicare.

 

Making Cancer a Thing of the Past.

 

We need a strong focus on prevention and screening — every American who could benefit from proven screening should get it. I am a strong believer in investing in science and technology. I will substantially boost the NIH and NCI budgets. As Governor, I increased the cigarette tax that funds the University of New Mexico Cancer Center.

 

HIV/AIDS

 

In New Mexico I created the Billy Griego HIV and AIDS Act. My Vice President will serve as Chair of the HIV/AIDS Commission. That will help assure that this issue get the leadership and profile that it deserves. We’ve just got to do a better job on education and outreach.

 

Autism

 

First of all I am for strongly increased research on autism. The number of children in this country affected by autism is just staggering. [1 in every 166 children] Comprehensive and universal access to health care is part of the solution. I fought for increased funding in New Mexico for outreach, education, treatment and awareness. This is something that I have been talking about on the campaign trail everyday and it will be a priority in my administration.

 

The aforementioned may be found here.

Related Documents:

• Richardson Health Plan Executive Summary
• American Choices: Bill Richardson’s Plan for Affordable Health Coverage for All Americans

The Governor’s Presidential Campaign’s web site is here.

I’ve seen many blogs where there owners copied articles from established web sites, and in some cases implying the scripted content was authored by themselves, which I dislike and disapprove of. It may appear in this posting that I have done the same, which is only partly true.

Currently I am working and residing in Thailand, with plans to return to the states within the coming months and actively campaign for Governor Richardson, in his quest for the Presidency. Since I’m limited to Internet participation only and cannot personally attend formal functions, rallies, or physical assistance; this blog and posting to past along the “Word” is the only way I can provide support to the Governor’s campaign.

Hopefully the readers of this posting will be able to understand what I have personally authored from that of what I have copied from Governor Richardson’s web site or transcribed from the campaign’s posted videos.

My feelings and opinions are my own within this blog; I do not have any affiliation with the Governor or any part of his campaign or members of his staff.

Here’s what I’m following

Please Note:
This URL Address of https://tdadigital.wordpress.com/ is the Official and only address of Tom Awtry’s Blog. Those copying this Blog should read this article here, closely.

Clinton Attitude – Wait and See!

Some how I was under the misimpression that the candidates in next November’s election were suppose to present the voters (us) with their proposals to resolve the issues facing the American people – Someone’s not playing fair.

While president, Bill Clinton was a man to be admired I felt because he took a stance on the problems presented to his administration and I’d like to think and feel the same towards Senator Hillary Clinton, but I’m finding that a bit difficult to do.

Within the last few days I’ve read two Internet wire service news stories that leave me with the impression that Senator Clinton is playing the “odds”, meaning she’s waiting to see how other Democratic candidates are going to response to the issues in this election, then based on the public’s response; either agree with the solution provided by her fellow candidate, or strongly disagree, she’ll side with whoever is the most popular – her opponent or the “critics”. The old “which ever way the wind is blowing”.

The two media articles I’m referring to are as follows:

Clinton to give trade deals a ‘time out’
MSNBC.com: Politics
Clinton says she’ll go slow on Social Security
MSNBC.com: Politics

Senator Clinton’s same attitude is also reflected concerning her position on the war in Iraq, with a “wait and see” posturing.

On the other hand, my candidate, Governor Bill Richardson is very firm on is position, and has not wavered or altered his stance, since his campaign originated.

Most importantly he’s conducting his campaign “Fairly”, meaning; presenting his proposed solutions to the American people so they may decide if he should be America’s next President. I would like to think that his honesty in conducting his campaign is one of a “Leader”, and not one of a “wait and see” or “time will tell”, follower.

Please consider reviewing a few of Governor Richardson’s stances on the issues facing us as a nation, and how Governor plans to address these problems.

• Iraq
• Jobs and the Economy
• Health Care
• Energy
• Veterans
• Education

The Governor’s Presidential Campaign’s web site is here.

Update:
Clinton campaign admits planting questions
L.A. Times – Politics

I’ve seen many blogs where there owners copied articles from established web sites, and in some cases implying the scripted content was authored by themselves, which I dislike and disapprove of. It may appear in this posting that I have done the same, which is only partly true.

Currently I am working and residing in Thailand, with plans to return to the states within the coming months and actively campaign for Governor Richardson, in his quest for the Presidency. Since I’m limited to Internet participation only and cannot personally attend formal functions, rallies, or physical assistance; this blog and posting to past along the “Word” is the only way I can provide support to the Governor’s campaign.

Hopefully the readers of this posting will be able to understand what I have personally authored from that of what I have copied from Governor Richardson’s web site or transcribed from the campaign’s posted videos.

My feelings and opinions are my own within this blog; I do not have any affiliation with the Governor or any part of his campaign or members of his staff.

Here’s what I’m following

Please Note:
This URL Address of https://tdadigital.wordpress.com/ is the Official and only address of Tom Awtry’s Blog. Those copying this Blog should read this article here, closely.