Unfortunately, a lot of working stiffs out here do depend on these crutches that the government sets up, and eliminating ethanol overnight would mess up a lot of flyover families. It isn't just the farmers, but also the truckers, the ag chemical/seed suppliers, the bulk fuel dealers, the industrial equipment people, the "granger" railroaders, the local retail businesses, and so on. It is no wonder that on the subject of ethanol, Iowa is a schizo place.
Mr. niteowl77
There are a few gas stations in my area (Illinois) that offer ethanol free gas. I think the direct subsidies have expired, although tax credits are still in effect. I have never had a problem with any damage on any engines after 35 years of use either, unlike many others have claimed.
Like I said, if 78000 jobs mean nothing to Iowa, we can get rid of it.