What factor do you think contributes most to high gas prices?
Oil refinery price gouging and lack of market competition
60% (115 votes)
Turmoil in the Middle East
5% (9 votes)
The administration's lack of leadership on energy policy
24% (45 votes)
Preparation for summer gas blends
5% (9 votes)
Crude oil prices are down, so gas prices SHOULD be higher, right?
7% (13 votes)
Total votes: 191
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Peak Oil
Oops, I didn't see peak oil as an option in your poll. That amazes me. Peak oil is here now folks, and current prices are cheap.
Poll Choices
Making the gouging answer the first choice may catch some that won't read further, but I do agree, from the choices given.
In a free market society I'd have to say the administration's lack of leadership is proper. Let the market find it's own level. Beyond that I'd say we may need some price regulation as gasoline usage in this country is as necessary as other "Utilities" we regulate. Water, Electricity and Natural Gas provided to our homes! Why not to our cars?
Turmoil in the Middle East could be a legitimate choice, but prices of crude are down. That leaves room for speculators, but where's that choice?
Selecting the crossover to seasonal changes is succumbing the industry rhetoric. Don't be fooled. Those costs are planned for and spread over the entire operation.
To select the last choice is an indication you're not taking this poll seriously.
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