During the most recent energy crisis - with skyrocketing oil prices causing concerns at the gas pump - I took it upon myself to write some emails to Senator Jeff Bingaman, a Democrat from New Mexico. I chose Senator Bingaman because he is the Chairman of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, so one would assume that he would be very receptive to critiques on the energy crisis.

Below are four emails to Senator Bingaman - all of ...

Before anyone burns me in effigy, let me assure you that, in this election, I'm very much heavily leaning in Barack Obama's direction. The truth is though, I'm tired of hearing the argument against coastal drilling, and drilling in the Artic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). At least, I'm tired of hearing people proclaim the ridiculousness of oil drilling because the oil is limited and won't be on the commodities market ...

Last year, as I was bitching and moaning about the price of oil and gas, I came across an optimistic and well written article on Wired.com, telling us about how $5.00 gas was good for America. With a title like Why $5 Gas is Good for America, I'll admit I was very skeptical.

You see, I've always had a hard time with the fluff and politics surrounding high oil prices. It ...