Oil
Politics
The domestic and international political issues related to oil production, trade, and consumption. Topics include debate over the environmental effects of oil production and consumption, and efforts to find alternative forms of energy to reduce dependence on foreign oil sources.
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Experts Look for Alternatives to American Oil AddictionPhil Sharp of RFF discusses options to ween the U.S. off of its heavy reliance on oil.
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Drilling Industry Uneasy About FutureWorkers, suppliers and educators in the offshore oil field speculate on job security.
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DOD, VA Residents: Offshore Drilling is UnsafeThe Department of Defense and residents of Virginia speak out against offshore drilling after the Gulf rig accident.
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Can MMS Reform Fix Drilling Regulation?The Obama Administration is making changes in the Mineral Management Service but is it enough?
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Future of Deep Water DrillingIndustry expert James Pappas talks about the future of deep water drilling.
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White House Adding Oil Spill Liability Bill to Congress' HopperThe Obama administration will ask Congress to raise private company liability for oil spills.
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The Debate over Offshore DrillingA look at the controversial debate over offshore drilling, and it's role on America's dependence on foreign oil.
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Oil Drilling Accident Spills into PoliticsGulf oil spill heats up the debate on oil drilling in Washington, DC.
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Obama Pushes New Offshore DrillingPresident urges support of new U.S. drilling for energy independence.
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