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Wisconsin Asks President Obama to Permit the Keystone XL Pipeline

MADISON – The Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce with its partner Consumer Energy Alliance submitted today to federal officials 13,053 public comments from Wisconsin residents supporting the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline. The grassroots effort is part of a nationwide drive that includes support from over 400,000 people in all 50 states. 

Consumer’s support is motivated by both economic and national security reasons. Winter weather and continuous upheaval in foreign hotspots like Venezuela, Ukraine and the Middle East influence price spikes.

“Dependable and affordable energy is the lifeblood of manufacturing,” said Kurt Bauer, President and CEO of the Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce. “We support the Keystone XL Pipeline because it will supply reliable, affordable supplies of energy to millions of consumers across the United States. Stable supplies of fuel help keep companies in business and the economy running.”

Consumer advocate Michael Whatley argues energy self-sufficiency will insulate the United States from mayhem abroad.

“Keystone XL will displace energy from our enemies for energy from our ally,” said Michael Whatley, executive vice president for Consumer Energy Alliance. “Energy prices are influenced by global events. Transforming North America into energy self-sufficiency dampens the price spikes caused by upheaval overseas. The comments we are submitting today from thousands of Wisconsin residents reflect what people across the country are saying: We need jobs, we need a stronger economy, and we need to build the Keystone XL pipeline.”

About the Keystone XL Pipeline

Permit Needed for Construction

The Keystone XL Pipeline received approval from Canada’s National Energy Board in 2010, but the project also requires a Presidential Permit from the U.S. Department of State because it crosses an international border.

 

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