Perry: Regret Calling for Elimination of Energy Dept.

The speaker reflects on their past statements about abolishing the Department of Energy, acknowledging that those views no longer represent their current thinking. After being briefed on the department's vital functions, they express regret for previously recommending its elimination.

How has the speaker's opinion about the Department of Energy changed over the years?

What does the speaker imply about their previous statements on abolishing the Department of Energy?

What is the significance of the speaker's current thinking compared to their past statements?

What are the core functions of the Department of Energy that were discussed?

What regret does the speaker express regarding their past recommendations?