Posted on 01/16/2015 8:07:26 AM PST by Kaslin
I am guessing you don't know one of the major things President Obama was doing while snubbing France and world leaders who convened in Paris to express solidarity in the civilized world's war against radical Islamic terrorism.
I assure you it was something close to his heart -- as opposed to fighting Islamic jihad. It was something that will thrill the anti-business, anti-energy extreme environmentalists but will not warm the hearts of American businesses and energy producers, and it is not good news for America's currently overhyped economy.
Yes, you heard me right; despite all the faux euphoria projected by the administration and the media, this economy is not bouncing back. According to Gallup CEO Jim Clifton, for the first time in 35 years, the United States is no longer first but 12th (12th!) among developed nations in business startup activity. More businesses are closing than opening. Four hundred thousand businesses are being born each year in America, but some 470,000 are closing. That's because America, under this president, is a business-hostile zone.
What is President Obama planning on doing about this disturbing problem? Two things. First, he will deny the problem even exists as he continues to fraudulently proclaim that America's businesses are smoking-hot. Second, he will exacerbate the problem with yet new business-killing, energy-killing lawless executive regulations honoring earth goddess Gaia with an involuntary sacrificial offering from the American energy industry. His regulations will dramatically cut methane emissions over the next decade.
Based on his record in office and his continuing with these new regulations, it's hard to tell whether he's more motivated by his allegiance to environmental cultism or a visceral aversion to business. Or perhaps those interests are so interlocked that we needn't quibble over which is dominant on Obama's priority list.
Obama's fellow pseudo-scientists, convinced that methane -- the primary component of natural gas -- traps heat in the atmosphere even more than carbon dioxide, are determined to target it to prevent global warming, I mean climate change. The regulations will require the oil and gas industry (which leftist enviro-wackos regard as double evil because they are both "big awl" and "big bidness") to cut methane emissions by between 40 and 45 percent by 2025.
But not to worry; the implementation and monitoring of these draconian regulations will be quarterbacked by the power-mad, self-righteous and unaccountable Environmental Protection Agency. What could go wrong?
What the administration isn't telling us is that regardless of how efficient methane is at trapping heat in the atmosphere, there is far less of it in the atmosphere than the evil, dreaded carbon dioxide. What the administration also forgets to emphasize, though it is on record acknowledging it, is that methane admissions have already been reduced by more than 16 percent since 1990, even though natural gas production has risen by 37 percent during that time period. One might think that a priorities-balanced administration would be a bit more concerned with the current rise of Islamic jihad than with the significant and demonstrable decline of methane emissions, but here I go digressing again.
Thomas Pyle, president of the Institute for Energy Research, said: "EPA's proposed methane regulation is redundant, costly and unnecessary. Energy producers are already reducing methane emissions because methane is a valuable commodity. It would be like issuing regulations forcing ice cream makers to spill less ice cream."
Rep. Fred Upton, R-Mich., chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, and Rep. Ed Whitfield, R-Ky., chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy and Power, were more pointed in their criticism. "Studies show that while our energy production has significantly increased, methane emissions have continued to decline," they said in a statement. "This is something that should be celebrated, not bound by new red tape. Our success has been -- and should continue to be -- rooted in new efficiencies created through technology and innovation, a commitment to continued safety enhancements, and greater permitting certainty."
American Petroleum Institute CEO Jack Gerard noted that these new regulations threaten to shut down energy development by raising costs on producers.
You would think that a president who is always urging others to compromise and work together might at least pretend to be conciliatory on these energy issues, especially after he has been so duplicitously destructive in opposing the Keystone XL oil pipeline. But you would be wrong. It's as if Obama rejoices in provoking the newly elected Republican congressional majority.
Instead of trying to justify why these new regulations are even needed -- and in any event how they could be needed urgently enough to justify the damage they will do to the energy industry and the economy -- the White House simply expects us to accept its "Twilight Zone" version of reality. Actually, according to the administration, these new regulations will benefit the economy.
Isn't it wonderful to have a pro-business president who is staying so focused on the rising global threat of radical jihad?
Caliph Baraq...2 years left to wreak havoc...unrestrained!
Cloward-Piven is a given..
“..unrestrained! because we have no leadership.
yep
Louie Gohmert has just been named Chairman of Natural Resources Committee. Looks like Boehner got the message.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) was named the Chairman of the Natural Resources Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee. He released the following statement regarding his appointment:
“It is such an honor to be named the Chairman of the Natural Resources Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee. The First Congressional District of Texas is not only rich in natural resources; it is the number one natural gas producing district in Texas, and I am proud to represent east Texas in this capacity in the U.S. Congress.
In this new role as the Natural Resources Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee Chairman, I plan to hold this administration’s feet to the fire for the good of every household in America. This economy is ready to do amazing things if we loosen the death grip that this administration has had by using over 70,000 pages of new regulations each year. These power-hungry bureaucrats need to return the freedoms they have robbed from Americans, so Americans can make their own choices and save vast amounts of money they are currently spending on energy and taxes.
The Obama Administration needs to be held accountable for their actions that are hindering America’s potential of becoming energy independent. We must end the cycle of the administration’s cronies getting massive loans and grants for so-called ‘green energy’ only to have them go bankrupt and go start a different company loyal to the President. We need to move to a day when no energy companies get subsidies so that constituent consumers decide what energy is best by deciding which makes more sense for them without government penalties or subsidies.
The Natural Resources Committee is blessed to be under the professorial leadership of Rob Bishop. I issued a statement shortly after the November election supporting Rob as chairman because he has extraordinary insights and knowledge about our nation’s resources. He has my complete respect, and I am honored to work with him as his subcommittee chairman during this crucial time in our history.
Other Congress members have mentioned that bureaucrats at the E.P.A., Land Management, U.S. Fish & Wildlife, and related bureaucracies are not likely going to be excited about having to be accountable and testify before me and my committee. Personally, I very much look forward to it myself.”
The Natural Resources Committee has oversight of the Department of Interior, which includes: Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement, National Park Service , Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement , U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey.
..then of course comes the cry from the left that the poor are hardest hit and need bigger welfare checks, funded by the half of Americans that actually pay taxes.
Windmills & Solar Panels hardest hit.
Serling was ahead of his time here..
My friend who wanted to start a small business on his two acres, gun manuf and repairs for friends and family, was told by the county when he went for a permit, pay a $2200 fee for a meeting with us and we will decide after our meeting if we will give you permission to do that on your property!
I keep waiting for a Governor to tell him and the EPA to get bent, and when they threaten to withhold federal funding, the Governor tells him that the residents of his state will no longer be obligated to pay income tax. Enough of the feds holding states hostage for money that “We the People” have paid.
There are Gulf Coast refineries set up to refine heavy crude oil imported from Venezuela. These refineries can handle Canadian tar sands oil which is similar to Venezuelan oil. So the Canadian oil would compete with Venezuelan oil. Since transporting by pipeline is cheaper than moving it by ship, Canadian oil would have a price advantage. Venezuela supports Cuba. Who do we know is buddies with Cuba and Venezuela? Would he have an interest in blocking out competition to his buddies oil? Just asking?
Everything this Black House does, black as in evil, is counter productive. Everything. It is the destructors primary directive. Destruction.
Twenty-nine stations $1.64 thru $1.69 Round Rock and north Austin.
With 60% of all US RVs manufactured here in Indiana, I’m cautiously optimistic!
The world spins counter clockwise; therefore the wind blows clockwise. As a result, the atmosphere we “enjoy” was created in China; our efforts and expenditures will benefit the UK, France, et. al.
I thought that would be great too, but can I change my w-4 to not pay any taxes? It is usually just my income tax, what about the others? What if we work for a national corporation? Will they have to do what I say or what “it” says because of fines?
“Actually, according to the administration, these new regulations will benefit the economy.”
Typical... always partial truths with this bunch of losers.
It should read... Actually, according to the administration, these new regulations will benefit the further destruction of the U.S. economy.
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