Capitalizing the OCCASIONAL word helps to add EMPHASIS, but when it is OVERDONE, it just displays POOR WRITING SKILLS!
Otherwise, it was an interesting article though rather biased--why weren't other energy sources mentioned? A successful energy bill will need to consider all the options. . .including nuclear power (gasp).
While Congress fails to act, there are things the individual can do. Like stop using SUVs as single-passenger commuter vehicles, or walking to the corner store.
We could put the military on the streets and force people to ride mass transit. We could fine people for owning SUVs and living in homes the government deems too large for the family. /sarc
What we have to do is get rid of politicians like Schumer. We have to eliminate the EPA whose radical policies (MTBE, designer gas, etc.) have brought us to this state of affairs.