Issue Position: Energy

Issue Position

Develop new energy policies that end our dependence on foreign oil and create good-paying green-collar jobs

As a nationally recognized expert on energy reform, Paul is leading the charge for green-collar jobs. He supports innovative solutions to our energy crisis that will end our nation's dependence on foreign oil while facilitating competitive economic growth. Paul is forging a new direction for energy independence and more efficient energy use, including promoting tax incentives for clean energy and conservation. He supports ending subsidies for big oil, increasing fuel efficiency standards, expanding access to affordable public transportation and creating a carbon cap and trade program to reduce greenhouse emissions and encourage innovation.

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