In 1973, America imported 30 percent of its crude oil needs. Today, that number has doubled to more than 60 percent. Gas prices are as high as they are now in part because we’ve had no comprehensive national energy policy for the past few decades.
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The price of crude oil accounts for 55 percent of the price of a gallon of gasoline, driven by global supply and demand. The United States depends on foreign sources of oil for 62 percent of our nation's supply. By 2010, this is projected to jump to 75 percent.
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Birth: | 16th October, 1948 |
Nationality: | American |
Profession: | Politician |
Gary Gene Miller, a member of the Republican Party, is the U.S. Representative for California's 31st congressional district. He was first elected in 2002. The district includes most of southern and western San Bernardino County. He previously represented the 42nd District from 1999 to 2013. In February 2014, Miller announced he would stand down at the next election.
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