Some Democrats and Republicans are growing frustrated with the political spin in Congress around high gasoline prices, and they are hoping to advance more moderate energy policies to manage the problem. But, some of those solutions aren’t easy to get done, especially as the midterm elections loom. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel explains why gas prices are actually high and the moderate policies lawmakers are pursuing.
Some Democrats and Republicans are growing frustrated with the political spin in Congress around high gasoline prices, and they are hoping to advance more moderate energy policies to manage the problem. But, some of those solutions aren’t easy to get done, especially as the midterm elections loom. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel explains why gas prices are actually high and the moderate policies lawmakers are pursuing.
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