We have made this nest and now we are lying in it and no one is pointing to the real problem.
You are correct.
If the emotional politicans restrict and deny oil production from Alaska, California, Florida...and
They deny new refineries ( 30 years ? )...and
They allow different states and cities to require different boutique gasoline blends...which causes big delays and big expenses...and
They deny new nuclear building permits...and
They allow millions of new illegals into the country who then want energy...
No wonder it is a mess after 30 years of neglect.