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skb69sa Champion Author San Antonio Posts:3,467 Points:706,625 Joined:Mar 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 12:01:14 AM Ignore skb69sa Report Abuse The drilling process that has brought U.S. energy independence within reach faces renewed scrutiny from the Obama administration and an uncertain future in many states. Oil and gas industry leaders remain enthusiastic yet cautious that hydraulic fracturing, commonly known as "fracking," will be fully embraced by the newly re-elected President Obama and state leaders. Fracking is a controversial but highly successful practice that has unlocked massive amounts of fuel. Endorsements from Mr. Obama and state leaders would make fracking the cornerstone of U.S. energy policy for decades to come. Industry leaders won't have to wait long for their first clue to what the future holds. Next month, the Environmental Protection Agency is expected to release a draft of its long-awaited report on susp Visit Rig Zone for full article

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The drilling process that has brought U.S. energy independence within reach faces renewed scrutiny from the Obama administration and an uncertain future in many states.

Oil and gas industry leaders remain enthusiastic yet cautious that hydraulic fracturing, commonly known as "fracking," will be fully embraced by the newly re-elected President Obama and state leaders.

Fracking is a controversial but highly successful practice that has unlocked massive amounts of fuel. Endorsements from Mr. Obama and state leaders would make fracking the cornerstone of U.S. energy policy for decades to come.
Industry leaders won't have to wait long for their first clue to what the future holds.
Next month, the Environmental Protection Agency is expected to release a draft of its long-awaited report on susp
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CdnLynx Champion Author Ontario Posts:1,018 Points:520,990 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Nov 30, 2012 12:25:35 AM Ignore CdnLynx Report Abuse honda0105 - Yes I know splenda very well; sugar derivative (somewhat) as the carbon atom was replaced with a chlorine atom. Sucralose was approved in Canada(1991) long before being sanctioned as a food additive in the U.S. (1998) Sucralose is far more beneficial then aspertame, which a true synthetic (chemical) non-caloric sweetener. This is a mute point when people are sensitive/allergic to either. I'm just saying that aspertame is far worse then sucralose. Funny thing, it was sanctioned in Canada long before the U.S; I have come to notice that far more food items in the U.S are sweetened with Sucralose(splenda), vice in Canada, when items were sweetened with aspertame; what ones, that were sweetened with splenda, are now sweetened with aspertame; suspect aspertame is cheaper. Splenda (sucralose) has been losing ground in Canada, you can find the odd item. Diet Orange Crush was once sweetened with sucralose (splenda) now you can't even find diet crush! Diet Hot chocolate in Canada has always been sweetened with aspertame. Food sensitivity/allergies have been around for a long time; some have become worse; in part, do to environmental changes (ie chemicals); there are still some allergies that are not chemical, ie. milk, egg, gluten etc., that still effect many in this day in age; many allergies are also increasing due to genetics, also! [Edited by: CdnLynx at 11/30/2012 12:29:49 AM EST]
honda0105 Champion Author Tallahassee Posts:18,580 Points:1,605,520 Joined:Nov 2008	Message Posted: Nov 29, 2012 12:00:23 AM Ignore honda0105 Report Abuse CdnLynx: in order to feed everyone and upkeep the high standard of living (or the perhaps appearance thereof), companies must find ever more clever ways to make their products stand out. To do so, often non-quality products are employed in the production of the final product. And often, cheaper stuff is substituted. Best example perhaps is that all hot chocolate products sold at a regional grocery chain (with the exception of the ol' Nesquick Original and Ovaltine) all now contain sucralose. Cheaper stuff than adding sugar and having to ship the heavier product. For those of us who are highly allergic to Splenda and Co. that proves to be a major issue.
CdnLynx Champion Author Ontario Posts:1,018 Points:520,990 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Nov 28, 2012 11:37:54 PM Ignore CdnLynx Report Abuse "toxic chemicals" are used everyday in food products, personal hygiene products etc. ----------------- Dr.Pepper, your above comment is not a positive but a negative; your not going to win your argument with a toxic comment like that! I can't shake this thought out of my head "Sir, your a Texan, and you just shot yourself in the foot!" Toxic chemicals, really should not be in food and hygiene products; humanity is becoming increasingly allergic to everyday products; toxicity being one of the reasons. Increases in diseases may also be attributed, in whole or in part to toxic elements that are contained within both food, water, hygiene and clothing!
drpepperTX Champion Author Texas Posts:8,924 Points:748,960 Joined:Apr 2011	Message Posted: Nov 28, 2012 9:07:51 AM Ignore drpepperTX Report Abuse "Fracking is a wonderful process that has unlocked massive amounts of fuel — provided that it does not unleash a massive environmental disaster. This is yet to be known so the industry must be watched. Water and sand should do the job; why are dozens of toxic chemicals added to the fracking fluid? The industry does not say what they are using or why these things are necessary. Bear in mind that oil and gas are good and useful products but pure water is essential for life. Don’t let greed take it away." ======================== Actually the reason for additives are fully explained, please visit Fracfocus for the information. Then ask why many of the same "toxic chemicals" are used everyday in food products, personal hygiene products etc.
honda0105 Champion Author Tallahassee Posts:18,580 Points:1,605,520 Joined:Nov 2008	Message Posted: Nov 28, 2012 5:50:18 AM Ignore honda0105 Report Abuse like they haven't all this time?
DrCashFlow Champion Author Massachusetts Posts:7,049 Points:1,623,100 Joined:Jun 2008	Message Posted: Nov 26, 2012 5:34:13 AM Ignore DrCashFlow Report Abuse epa attempting to doom everything
CdnLynx Champion Author Ontario Posts:1,018 Points:520,990 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Nov 26, 2012 1:57:49 AM Ignore CdnLynx Report Abuse drz614 stated "close the epa. their mandate was to make america energy, they have been allowed too much power and they need to go" ------------ ??? What are you talking about??? (rhetorical question only) EPA stands for "Environmental PROTECTION Agency" Not everybody's petroleum agenda. Geez!!!!!!
Soglaos Champion Author Virginia Beach Posts:2,770 Points:736,485 Joined:Feb 2011	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:06:49 PM Ignore Soglaos Report Abuse Again Recycled Story
alex395 Champion Author Louisville Posts:2,039 Points:275,865 Joined:Jan 2007	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 10:29:27 AM Ignore alex395 Report Abuse "The Obama administration would be foolish, absolutely insane, to try and stop it." Sound like Keystone XL? Don't have to wait, we all know what the EPA report will say stop, negative,terrible, doom.
quasar502 Champion Author Lansing Posts:3,563 Points:797,350 Joined:Jan 2011	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:49:20 AM Ignore quasar502 Report Abuse I look forward to this report.
58salty Champion Author Jacksonville Posts:6,588 Points:625,890 Joined:Aug 2011	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:28:43 AM Ignore 58salty Report Abuse We should all keep an eye on him
LCSTEELERBOB Champion Author Gary Posts:2,961 Points:720,030 Joined:Oct 2008	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:12:22 AM Ignore LCSTEELERBOB Report Abuse they need to just prove its safe in my eyes
bababooey2 Champion Author Hartford Posts:6,327 Points:1,298,615 Joined:Sep 2009	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:04:01 AM Ignore bababooey2 Report Abuse This could be a on going problem.
SteelPenny Champion Author Dallas Posts:30,909 Points:2,603,490 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:03:50 AM Ignore SteelPenny Report Abuse Abolish the EPA.
HailstormCA Champion Author San Diego Posts:7,830 Points:1,467,045 Joined:Nov 2008	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:03:02 AM Ignore HailstormCA Report Abuse The fix may be in. Or maybe we should call it the F......?
JamesCalvin Champion Author Lancaster Posts:3,171 Points:515,480 Joined:Nov 2011	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:00:58 AM Ignore JamesCalvin Report Abuse All keep eye on the president!
scubadaniel Champion Author Dayton Posts:1,397 Points:688,015 Joined:Jan 2011	Message Posted: Nov 25, 2012 12:00:00 AM Ignore scubadaniel Report Abuse drill the EPA
boatmen Champion Author New York Posts:3,060 Points:619,330 Joined:Jan 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:59:43 PM Ignore boatmen Report Abuse Another bull chit Article political propaganda against the President
rjoeh Champion Author Michigan Posts:7,061 Points:2,466,215 Joined:Jun 2004	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:55:00 PM Ignore rjoeh Report Abuse If somrthing can possibly go wrong in America, you can bet the current administration is involved... like the intentional cover up by the administration of the terriost killing of an ambassador and three others a month and a half ago. If America knew the truth before the election... I think we would have a different president elect right now.
NHLiveFree Champion Author New Hampshire Posts:11,066 Points:1,618,325 Joined:Jun 2008	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:54:21 PM Ignore NHLiveFree Report Abuse OOOOHHH! I'm sure the President is so worried about this! Sure glad that our health and safety are not dependent on the decisions of drilling industry executives.
Barfood Champion Author St. Louis Posts:3,288 Points:1,013,070 Joined:Jun 2009	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:54:02 PM Ignore Barfood Report Abuse Scrutiny is fine, keep the 'fracking' industry safe too!
HA4CNN Champion Author Toronto Posts:5,600 Points:1,539,360 Joined:Dec 2006	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:53:37 PM Ignore HA4CNN Report Abuse Cat and mouse game.
AKmailman Champion Author Alaska Posts:5,612 Points:1,553,565 Joined:Jul 2004	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:51:48 PM Ignore AKmailman Report Abuse worse yet, who's keeping an on the frakers ?
carpenter4u Champion Author Virginia Posts:2,431 Points:612,320 Joined:Jul 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:49:52 PM Ignore carpenter4u Report Abuse And rightly so
nimpy Champion Author Indianapolis Posts:8,115 Points:1,697,105 Joined:Oct 2007	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:45:22 PM Ignore nimpy Report Abuse The government needs to keep their hands out of this
gd83goldwinger Champion Author South Bend Posts:1,428 Points:501,230 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:41:43 PM Ignore gd83goldwinger Report Abuse Ok.
Thomtec Champion Author Nashville Posts:2,443 Points:604,145 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:40:34 PM Ignore Thomtec Report Abuse Everybody should keep an eye on the EPA and Barry!
WIWalt Champion Author Wisconsin Posts:1,707 Points:411,565 Joined:Mar 2012	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:38:45 PM Ignore WIWalt Report Abuse There is always a price to pay
1Casey Champion Author Albany Posts:6,513 Points:1,789,010 Joined:Jun 2004	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:36:44 PM Ignore 1Casey Report Abuse I still don't trust,
defense Champion Author Grand Rapids Posts:1,350 Points:1,363,500 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:36:30 PM Ignore defense Report Abuse ok
30mpg80 Champion Author Lexington Posts:9,970 Points:1,482,880 Joined:Nov 2008	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:35:27 PM Ignore 30mpg80 Report Abuse Fracking uses a huge amount of water, which will be an issue in areas where water is fought over.
kingpin6 Champion Author Arkansas Posts:2,920 Points:1,559,000 Joined:Jul 2007	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:33:30 PM Ignore kingpin6 Report Abuse Still way too many unanswered questions concerning fracking!
jrsva Champion Author Virginia Posts:9,830 Points:1,608,250 Joined:Jan 2006	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:31:57 PM Ignore jrsva Report Abuse Fracking is a wonderful process that has unlocked massive amounts of fuel — provided that it does not unleash a massive environmental disaster. This is yet to be known so the industry must be watched. Water and sand should do the job; why are dozens of toxic chemicals added to the fracking fluid? The industry does not say what they are using or why these things are necessary. Bear in mind that oil and gas are good and useful products but pure water is essential for life. Don’t let greed take it away.
bonzoonfmb Champion Author Florida Posts:1,757 Points:640,400 Joined:Feb 2010	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:31:42 PM Ignore bonzoonfmb Report Abuse I predict not much will change.
mitchells Champion Author Montreal Posts:3,851 Points:1,120,810 Joined:Oct 2009	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:31:29 PM Ignore mitchells Report Abuse ok
serrog Champion Author Nova Scotia Posts:5,544 Points:1,508,130 Joined:Oct 2008	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:31:03 PM Ignore serrog Report Abuse Fracking is a disaster. Try drinking the water after it has been done.
charladan All-Star Author Virginia Posts:564 Points:446,265 Joined:Jun 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:30:29 PM Ignore charladan Report Abuse This will be interesting
drz614 Champion Author Harrisburg Posts:2,279 Points:594,370 Joined:Aug 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:29:52 PM Ignore drz614 Report Abuse close the epa. their mandate was to make america energy, they have been allowed too much power and they need to go
us4usa Champion Author Missouri Posts:5,976 Points:1,108,585 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:27:34 PM Ignore us4usa Report Abuse Under my plan prices will be higher???
WE0H Champion Author Twin Cities Posts:1,533 Points:479,315 Joined:Feb 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:27:24 PM Ignore WE0H Report Abuse All that new oil and gas is being exported so it does us no good to pull it out and pollute our ground water.
savannahoaks Champion Author Rockford Posts:2,677 Points:631,235 Joined:Mar 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:26:56 PM Ignore savannahoaks Report Abuse Obama is looking for an excuse to stop drilling, EPA will provide one.
Dragnet Champion Author Arizona Posts:15,390 Points:2,905,735 Joined:Jul 2004	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:25:03 PM Ignore Dragnet Report Abuse Obama "F" the country, "F" the White House and now he doesn't know "F" nothing about another "F" called Fraking. So what's new?
listerone Champion Author Boston Posts:3,362 Points:874,905 Joined:Aug 2008	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:23:34 PM Ignore listerone Report Abuse Count on Osama Obama tomake the wrong decision...the decision that will harm the nation.
esquared Champion Author Oklahoma City Posts:8,047 Points:1,966,110 Joined:Jan 2006	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:22:09 PM Ignore esquared Report Abuse Ah, yes, the ol' "controversial, but highly successful" conundrum.
outlaw329 Champion Author Austin Posts:7,601 Points:1,371,255 Joined:Aug 2008	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:15:15 PM Ignore outlaw329 Report Abuse Everyone is keeping an eye on the idiot in the White House.
boldrph Champion Author Topeka Posts:18,354 Points:3,447,640 Joined:Oct 2002	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:14:33 PM Ignore boldrph Report Abuse stop the fracking madness
FlogNut Champion Author Chicago Posts:104,245 Points:1,983,675 Joined:Oct 2007	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:14:28 PM Ignore FlogNut Report Abuse Fracking gives us cheap, affordable energy. When Obama was still a candidate back in '07 or '08 he told us that under his administration energy prices would "skyrocket." So expect to see him try to put a stop to industry efforts to provide us with inexpensive energy.
JimVP All-Star Author Chicago Posts:627 Points:151,510 Joined:Sep 2011	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:12:11 PM Ignore JimVP Report Abuse Maybe if they file for bankruptcy Obama will support them.
WIPACKERFAN Champion Author Chicago Posts:8,779 Points:1,838,475 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:07:27 PM Ignore WIPACKERFAN Report Abuse Lukus, better yet let's do away with Obama!
Lukus Champion Author Halifax Posts:8,263 Points:1,670,530 Joined:Nov 2007	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2012 11:02:47 PM Ignore Lukus Report Abuse Do away with Fracking