I almost fell of my chair

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Feb 1st, 2006, 05:42 AM
yrwyddfa

I almost fell of my chair

Quote:

Originally Posted by George Bush

America is addicted to oil, which is often imported from unstable parts of the world.

The best way to break this addiction is through technology.

To change how we power our homes and offices, we will invest more in zero-emission coal-fired plants; revolutionary solar and wind technologies; and clean, safe nuclear energy.

We must also change how we power our automobiles. We will increase our research in better batteries for hybrid and electric cars, and in pollution-free cars that run on hydrogen. We will also fund additional research in cutting-edge methods of producing ethanol, not just from corn but from wood chips, stalks, or switch grass.

Breakthroughs on this and other new technologies will help us reach another great goal: to replace more than 75% of our oil imports from the Middle East by 2025.

Quote:

Originally Posted by George Bush

Our greatness is not measured in power or luxuries, but by who we are and how we treat one another.

I can't believe I actually agree with something GWB has actually said!

:thumb:

(I bet he gets slated for this address, though, by the media)
Feb 1st, 2006, 06:42 AM
Valleysboy1978

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Wow, that's pretty inciteful for Bush....bet he didn't write it though :D :lol:
Feb 1st, 2006, 07:16 AM
nemaroller

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Eh... looks like Bush realized what century it was, however, too little too late. Hhe singlehandly destroyed the Republican party's chance for gaining the presidency in 2008.
Feb 1st, 2006, 09:55 AM
Cander

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Hmmph. Well it's talk for now. Until I start seeing policy changes, it is nothing but talk. But I still see it as a positive step that it is at least being addressed. If it gets people talking it can only help.
Feb 1st, 2006, 10:16 AM
yrwyddfa

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cander

Hmmph. Well it's talk for now. Until I start seeing policy changes, it is nothing but talk. But I still see it as a positive step that it is at least being addressed. If it gets people talking it can only help.

When someone is an alcoholic, or addicted to heroin, the first step is to stand up and say "I'm a <whatever>"

Bush has now stood up and said (paraphrased) "I'm on oilaholic"

It is, as you say Cander, the first and smallest of steps, but I see it as significant; Bush is now rapidly coming the end of his term; I can see him focusing on philanthropy rather than war to mitigate decisions which at best have been dodgy.
Feb 1st, 2006, 10:38 AM
MasterBlaster

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Quote:

Originally Posted by nemaroller

Eh... looks like Bush realized what century it was, however, too little too late. Hhe singlehandly destroyed the Republican party's chance for gaining the presidency in 2008.

There are not many democrats out there that are very electable either. My early bet is McCaine(sp?) beats out Clinton next election.

A little known fact. George Bush has allocated more government $$$ towards alternate fuel research than any other US president ever has. He did it in his first term as well.
Feb 1st, 2006, 10:40 AM
grilkip

Re: I almost fell of my chair

He just said what everyone else already knew, that's a specialty politicians have.

Like Cander said, I'll wait and see.
Feb 1st, 2006, 11:27 AM
visualAd

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Bush is saying oil is now a threat to the US national security as it comes from the middle east. If thats what it takes for them to do something about the envrionment then I'm all for it ;)
Feb 1st, 2006, 11:45 AM
grilkip

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Btw, it's George W Bush's birthday.
Feb 1st, 2006, 01:24 PM
MasterBlaster

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Quote:

Originally Posted by visualAd

Bush is saying oil is now a threat to the US national security as it comes from the middle east. If thats what it takes for them to do something about the envrionment then I'm all for it ;)

I'm thinking he's probably planning on burning more coal. I'm not exacty sure if that does much for cleaning the environment. China and India will get oil cheaper and just burn more anyway. I'm afraid we're screwed until the planet runs out of fossil fuels. Hopefull the planet can sustain that abuse.
Feb 2nd, 2006, 02:24 AM
George W Bush

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Thanks, and hey, don't worry guys. I've got it all planned out.

First we kick the oil addiction, which should happen within our lifetimes.

Then we declare war on the smaller countries which are still using oil, because kicking the oil addiction is our next step towards freedom. And if we use oil, then the terrorists have won.

Also, thank you for the birthday wishes.
Feb 2nd, 2006, 04:18 AM
grilkip

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Quote:

Originally Posted by George W Bush

Also, thank you for the birthday wishes.

Which birthday wishes?
Feb 10th, 2006, 05:53 PM
cilu

Re: I almost fell of my chair

I'm really currious to know how will US break it's addiction to oil. By spending more money on alternative energy technologies? Technologies that are already in use in Europe? Why not start developing them?

You know, I have this believe, that as long there will be drops of oil left in this earth, we'll all be prisoners of the oil companies. They won't let us break the addiction. You know last year Exxon Mobile had the biggest profit in corporate history (36 billion dolars). Royal Dutch Shell had the biggest profit of a European corporation in history (22.5 bilion dolars). 5 of the biggest 10 companies in the world are oil companies (Exxon, Texaco, British Petrolium, Royal Dutch Shell and Total). Other 4 in top 10 are car manufacturers (Daimler-Craisler, Toyota, Ford and General Motors). Guess what all cars need. See where I'm heading? We won't be allowed to break the addictions. No matter what Bush or many others want.
Feb 10th, 2006, 06:05 PM
RobDog888

Re: I almost fell of my chair

But if we can drastically reduce our oil consumption then we can build up more of a reserve for a rainy day. We probably use less oil in our cars then we do with gas in our cars. One step at a time. Implement an alternative fuel that can replace gas realistically. Then for the east, which uses alot of heating oil during the winter, should find an alternative like natural gas or something. We will never completely kick the habit but if we stop the hemorrhaging then the rest will be easier.
Mar 1st, 2006, 01:07 AM
PineyWoodsJimbo

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Quote:

Originally Posted by cilu

I'm really currious to know how will US break it's addiction to oil. By spending more money on alternative energy technologies? Technologies that are already in use in Europe? Why not start developing them?

You know, I have this believe, that as long there will be drops of oil left in this earth, we'll all be prisoners of the oil companies. They won't let us break the addiction. You know last year Exxon Mobile had the biggest profit in corporate history (36 billion dolars). Royal Dutch Shell had the biggest profit of a European corporation in history (22.5 bilion dolars). 5 of the biggest 10 companies in the world are oil companies (Exxon, Texaco, British Petrolium, Royal Dutch Shell and Total). Other 4 in top 10 are car manufacturers (Daimler-Craisler, Toyota, Ford and General Motors). Guess what all cars need. See where I'm heading? We won't be allowed to break the addictions. No matter what Bush or many others want.

No, it's the Trilateral Commission. No wait, the Club of Rome.
Mar 2nd, 2006, 04:02 PM
capsulecorpjx

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Quote:

Originally Posted by yrwyddfa

I can't believe I actually agree with something GWB has actually said!

:thumb:

(I bet he gets slated for this address, though, by the media)

I heard somewhere the Oil companies are buying up all the new patents for said technology and quietly shelving them.

Whatever happened to Fusion power? Is it still in development?
Mar 3rd, 2006, 06:57 AM
yrwyddfa

Re: I almost fell of my chair

Quote:

Originally Posted by capsulecorpjx

I heard somewhere the Oil companies are buying up all the new patents for said technology and quietly shelving them.

Whatever happened to Fusion power? Is it still in development?

Yeah that's been going around for a few years, now. Don't know how much 'conspiracy' there is in it, but it sure is good business!