Since automakers are resisting new fuel economy standards, our senators must lead us toward energy independence by supporting legislation sponsored by Sens. Kerry (D.-Mass.) and Hollings (D-S.C.) that will make cars go farther on a gallon of gas. We need an energy bill that secures our energy future while protecting our precious public lands, including the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. By making America’s cars and SUVs more fuel efficient, and using more renewable energy like wind and solar power, we can create more jobs and reduce our dependence on oil.

George Diepenbrock,

Lawrence