Energy Independence Argumentative Essay Issue
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| Energy Independence Argumentative Essay
Issue: There is a contentious debate today over America’s energy independence. The debate is centered on two main points of view: One perspective is that we should develop (drill for) America’s petroleum resources so we are not dependent on foreign oil (often from the Middle East). Another perspective is that the development of our resources (through off shore drilling) will permanently harm the environments where petroleum is found and therefore we should continue to import oil from other countries. Task: 1. Use the articles and information provided to decide where you stand on this debate. Develop a claim related to America’s energy independence and whether the United States should develop our petroleum resources by expanding offshore oil drilling. 2. Write a letter to Senator Chris Murphy, explaining where you stand on the issue and whether or not the US should expand the development of our offshore oil resources or continue to import the majority of our oil resources from other countries. Use the provided sources to support your point. Quote or cite specific information from your source.  
Source: whitehouse.gov/energy/ |
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