tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1822047565011119265.post4333396048348032889..comments2024-02-17T01:02:23.042-08:00Comments on Metro Green: Cap And Trade 101T. Pollockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11704988282790357273noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1822047565011119265.post-76395889659648601022009-07-07T13:49:12.808-07:002009-07-07T13:49:12.808-07:00The only way that this can be seen as anything dif...The only way that this can be seen as anything different than just another ploy for the government to gain greater control and 'stuff' their pockets at the same time is if industry were a allowed a FREE carbon cap that was industry specific. The cap must be specific to an idustry and, therefore, could vary from sector to sector, but the number should be real and attainable. This would truly reward companies that are more efficient but also not over-penalize companies that may show some inefficiencies within certain sectors involved in their everyday processes. As it is presented at this time, this is nothing more than an energy TAX and another broken promise by the Obama Administration. However, I guess when your giving money away at the rate that he has up to this point, you've got to find some way to get it back.<br /><br />Also, for this to be viable, one must believe in global warming. I find it interesting that the liberal media continues to brush aside/hide all research that disproves the theory of global warming. I believe in conserving our resources, not to affect climate change, but because it is the right thing to do.<br /><br />This bill will destroy the ability of many, many businesses to remain viable within the the US and compete globally. The Obama administration talks of all the jobs that will be created, but what about all the jobs that will be lost. Breaking even is not good enough. Instead of being a puppet for the left wing media and politicians, push them to create a bill that will help today and long term that truly has Americans best interest at heart.Howardnoreply@blogger.com