Gas Prices Multiple Choice

Which Of The Following Best Describes The Democrats’ Strategy On High Gas Prices?

1. A.     Voting On Judges

“Reid (D-Nev.) took a highly unusual step Monday of launching the process for Senate approval of 17 judges as soon as Wednesday…” (“Reid Tees Up Senate Fight To Confirm 17 Judges,” Los Angeles Times, 3/12/12)

1. B.     Blocking Keystone

“Thursday night’s 56-42 Senate vote to kill an amendment to fast-track the $7 billion, shovel-ready Keystone XL pipeline contains a wealth of information about President Obama and the Senate Democrats’ priorities.” (Editorial, “The Keystone Democrats,” The Wall Street Journal, 3/10/12)

1. C.     Raising Taxes On Energy Manufacturers

“After coordinating with the White House, Senate Democrats expect to consider, likely before the end of the month, legislation that would repeal tax breaks… The aide said there are no easy energy solutions…” (“Democrats Playing Defense On Energy,” Roll Call, 3/13/12)

1. D.     All Of The Above

“The President simply can’t claim to have a comprehensive approach to energy, because he doesn’t. And any time he says he does, the American people should remember one word: Keystone.” (Sen. Mitch McConnell, Floor Remarks, 3/7/12)