It takes 15 minutes to get to most parts of Scottsdale. It takes 30 minutes to get to Peoria and can take as much as an hour to get from Peoria to the east vally cities of Mesa, Gilbert and Chandler.
Although, less now, gas prices are still near record highs. We are all frustrated.
I am taking a poll. Please Vote on the ideas below.
I would like to hear your opinions. Agree or Disagree!
As I see it, here are my best ideas for cheaper gas. The extra disposable income can go towards economic consumption which helps the economy, creates, jobs, ideas, innovation, more revenue for the government, more social programs and ultimately more wealth for all.
- Gas Tax Cut - a Gas Tax cut would provide immediate relief. However, people fear a tax cut would just cause more gas consumption.
- Income tax cut - I would suggest a tax break on the first $75K income. This group is more affected and has less discretionary income and savings. An income tax cut for certain incomes would open more disposable income. The problem with a tax cut is that while effective, it is not immediate. A tax cut has to pass the House, Senate and then a Veto by the President.
- Increase taxes - spending money on programs for finding alternative energy sources. However, I don't know anyone who likes higher taxes.
- Open U.S oil reserves - by drilling in places like Alaska - less dependent on foreign oil - I have read that the US has more than 50 years of untapped Oil reserves.
- Raise taxes on SUV's , trucks and high use vehicles - Increase incentives for more fuel efficient vehicles. These are standard in Europe - why not here?
- Regulate Oil speculation- commodities traders have had an impact on prices betting on future growth - again difficult to control global markets.
- Increase tax breaks/government benefits to providers of public transportation. Thus, passing on lower costs for commuters.
- Carpool, Ride a Vespa, bicycle or walk
whether you are a real estate agent, a soccer mom, a hard worker with a lengthy commute to work, simply if you own a car, we are all affected.
Please weigh in, vote, let your ideas be heard and if anybody has others, please add..
thanks and have a great weekend
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we need to open offshore drilling and our (from what I understand) vast reserves in Alaska , both will reduce or dependence on foreign oil
I dont believe this is a political issue. This is an issue of national welfare. We are at the whim of OPEC. If we open reserves , open off-shore drilling, and begin development of nuclear energy, we will have other options besides OPEC. Thus, if prices, get too high on the open market, we wont buy. Thus, less demand, more supply, lower prices.
why dont you take some responsiblity and do something to reduce your carbon footprint and return your Hummers and SUV's. Instead of further raping mother earth and destroying the ozone layer where will see ocean waters rise further and further before flooding NYC (which probably deserves it, - capitalist scum) and California and there millions and millions of commuters who cant even see their own smog!
James - I guess the good news for you, is that if we dont change our ways, Phoenix will be beach front property. Of course, you will have to look at oil slicks, and dying marine life on shore.
Dear Sir, Mr. Prius Owner - I am not a scientist, so I cannot comment on the majority of your claims. However, I did watch Al Gore's 'Inconvenient Truth' , much of which I like and thought very informative, much I didnt like, and thought was fear mongering.
We all have to do our part to 'reduce our carbon footprint'. even if we have no idea what carbon footprint really means.
Driving SUV's , though a lightening rod, seems to be a small part of the problem, if at all.
Simply, put we need to explore other options, alternative energies, solar, wind, and nuclear. As well as having the option to use our oil reserves and most importantly, be educated to be aware of our individual impact on the environment.
James - I vote for all your proposals now it is time to get them implemented. Are you running for President as a write in candidate?
Judy - I agree with you, I am voting for James.
James - I think we need the income tax cut. I know that those under $50K feel this gas price increase the most. They have less disposable income. Most of my friends, peers, etc.. who make $100K or more, dont even look at the price of gas. In fact, they use premium. I am not saying I am a democrat or republican. I am saying those who make less need more of a break these days
Judy , Sal - wow, thats 3 votes if you include my Mom, :) thank you, for your votes. and I am thinking my slogan will be "Realtors (and mortgage brokers) First !!!
James - count me in for another vote. That's 4. and I bet you can get some Realtors behind you. I am thinking Wexzilla 2012