"Certainly it's right to make sure the oil companies are behaving. But as a practical matter, the most effective power in the hands of the public is to demand far more fuel-efficient vehicles, whatever size they might be."

Austin American-Statesman, Wednesday April 26, 2006

"What we have seen this week in Washington is an abdication of responsible leadership on this issue by two political parties interested solely in short-term political gains. The gas-price crunch is hard on all of us, but Americans should expect their leaders not to exploit our presumed ignorance."

The Dallas Morning News, Monday May 01, 2006

"The administration could raise mileage requirements to an average 35-40 mpg for all cars and light trucks. It could make development of alternative energy sources a national priority."

Houston Chronicle, Wednesday April 26, 2006

"Higher gasoline and diesel mileage standards should be ordered … Congress should pass legislation that promotes energy conservation in everything from appliances to home construction."

Waco Tribune-Herald, Thursday April 27, 2006