Mitch McConnell said something very nice in the meeting about how he supports our goals on nuclear energy and clean coal technology and more drilling to increase oil production.
But he also drew cheers for a promise to seek energy independence through more oil drilling, nuclear power, clean coal, renewables, and flex fuel and hybrid cars.
The disastrous BP oil spill has raised awareness of the risk of offshore drilling, and is likely to create renewed interest in abundant and clean-burning natural gas as an alternative for many uses.