Thursday, July 9, 2009

Congressman Thompson Opposes Cap and Trade

US Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson Opposes Cap and Trade

Washington, DC – Republican Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson and many colleagues met in early May in a public summit to oppose the national energy tax, called Cap and Trade.

The House Representative Conference Chairman, Mike Pence (R-ION) will chair the House GOP American Energy Solutions Group, of which GT is a member. Thompson and many other Republicans are working on crafting solutions to lower energy costs for American families and small businesses.

“The truth behind the cap and tax plan is that it will lead to more taxes, fewer jobs, and more government intrusion. It won’t just raise the price of gas at the pumps and increase our home heating and cooling bills – but it will increase the cost of every product and service on which we rely,” stated Thompson.

“In this country, the President’s energy plan is a $646 billion tax that will hit almost every American family, small business and family farm. This makes no sense considering the current economic crisis in which we find ourselves,” explained Thompson.

The Republican American Energy Solutions Group will be holding a series of summits throughout the country, including one on May 26 in Pittsburgh, PA.

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