Liberal Vs. Conservative: Energy

Liberal Vs. Conservative: Energy

Where do you stand on the issue???

But First, a message from Kid President

Energy: What is the issue?

For years, the energy debate has consisted of ideas...for example, "When will our natural resources run out?" and/or "Are there ways to make cleaner energy for the environment?" It is a challenging topic, because of the way our world works and different countries have different needs. Let's take a look at the two sides. Who will you most agree with?

View of Group #1

• Oil is a depleting resource. Other sources of energy must be explored. 

• The government must produce a national plan for all energy resources and subsidize (partially pay for) alternative energy research and production.

• They support increased exploration of alternative energy sources such as wind and solar power. 

• They support government control of gas and electric industries.

View of Group #2

• Oil, gas and coal are all good sources of energy and are abundant in the U.S. Oil drilling should be increased both on land and at sea. 

•  Increased domestic production creates lower prices and less dependence on other countries for oil.  

• Support increased production of nuclear energy. 

• Wind and solar sources will never provide plentiful, affordable sources of power.

Poll

Who do you agree with on the issue of Energy?

• Group #1: Oil is a depleting resource. Other sources of energy must be explored.

• Group #2: Support increased production of nuclear energy. Wind and solar sources will never provide plentiful, affordable sources of power.

Open Ended

Why did you choose View #1 or #2?

So that you know.....

• Group #1 was the Liberal View (usually Democrat)

• Group #2 was the Conservative (usually Republican)