Here is how Scott Garrett responded to allegations from Democratic opponent Dennis Shulman during the 2008 election that he opposes energy independence:
“We’re taking this a little more seriously. The energy crisis shouldn’t be used as a political football. Instead of using it as a political ploy for games, you need to address the issues.” – Scott Garrett Campaign Manager Amanda Gasperino (Easton Express-Times, 8/20/08).
Here is the voting record indicating how Scott Garrett has “addressed the issues” relating to the energy crisis and American energy independence:
- The watchdog group Campaign for America’s Future, which supports energy independence for America, gave Garrett a 0% voter rating, indicating that he is completely opposed to energy independence.
- Garrrett has received nearly $90,000 from Oil & Gas companies since entering Congress and has voted in favor of Oil companies on 91% of the legislation tied to their interests.
- After the jump is a selection of the votes in which Garrett favored Oil and Gas companies. Have I mentioned these companies paid the Congressman almost $90,000 since he entered Congress? (more…)
