BP figured they didn't need to bother using a "pig" (a device to clean oil lines) for the last 14 years thinking it was unnecessary. That sounds a little like not brushing your teeth if you ask me. You're only asking for trouble... cavities... and, in this case, corrosion so bad it'll take a few months for them to repair a 16-mile section. That spells D-I-S-A-S-T-E-R! How long will it take them to spill another few thousand gallons of oil into the Arctic waters of Prudhoe Bay? Never mind driving the costs of gas and oil up, that pales in comparison to the potential spillage, pollution and havoc it could unleash upon the wildlife and environment.
Here's my prediction: They (the oil companies) will JACK their prices claiming it is out of their control and necessary until they complete the task (which they estimate will take 2 -3 months) THEN, I think they'll BOTCH the job and spill oil, DRIVE the prices up even higher because the reserves will have dried up (or this will be their claim)... THEN, they (the Bush Administration) will attempt to open the Arctic to drilling once again because they are hell bent on making this happen regardless of how many times the NRDC and other organizations have clearly demonstrated there are other means available BUT those won't line their pockets! The majority of this country is opposed to drilling in the Arctic (for the time being) but when all is said and done, our government and oil companies will continue to work together until they get what they want regardless of how much it costs us...and, I'm not talking money! Im not saying they shouldnt fix the pipeline, Im just saying it spells trouble!
I hope Im wrong in my prediction but I wouldnt doubt for a second that this would be the attempt and ploy of the oil companies and the Administration. It is up to us to stop them! I dont trust em. Never have; never will! Remember to pick up the phone and call your Senators when the time comes to oppose drilling yet again. It can make a difference! If we dont speak up, our Senators are liable to fold under pressure and be swayed to turn a blind eye with the others who already have.
I think this is a conspiracy theory in the works.
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