Separation Of Oil And State

As gas prices continue to decline, it’s only natural to wonder about the apparent coincidence between this trend and Republican interests in the election. Indeed, a recent poll found that 42 percent of Americans believe that gas prices have been “deliberately manipulated” in advance of the election. Countless articles have been written on blogs and in the mainstream press speculating on the possibility of a gas price conspiracy, either supporting the ... Full Story »

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Kaizar Campwala
3.8
by Kaizar Campwala - Oct. 1, 2008

A good piece that analyzes the interconnections between big oil and US politics. the subject is put into historical context, and some discussion of future changes in the relationship is given. It would have been enhanced with additional perspectives, such as that of a politician who does take money from big oil.

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