How are high gas prices affecting the Bush White House?
A. The prices are exerting a political and economic toll; however, I am sure the president understands the dynamics his policies have over current prices. The president is focused on winning the war on terror. That is his most critical job and, in the long term, inures to our benefit. However, with the war on terror being such an all-consuming effort, other matters naturally fall lower on the priority list. The rising cost of energy is one such item and President Bush must use his political capital judicially. While instability in the Middle East can be easily blamed for the current gas prices, the president’s drive to bring stability to that region will eventually lead to lower prices. Q. Is there anything the administration can do about high gas prices? A. Yes, the president could begin to focus on immediate consumer conservation. While the government cannot immediately lower prices, consumers can achieve that result by using less gas. Unfortunately, this is not easy for the presiden
