That $100 rebate reminds me of when the settlers offered the Indians $100 worth of beads, and small Pox blankets, in exchange for what then would have been the equivalent of numerous ANWR's (America), and were forced to take it. eek

With the added inflation over the centuries, the $100 just want get you what it once did. rolleyes

It's good for the Billionaire's of the Oil industry (EXON,etc.), or politicians getting the huge kick back, but lethal to the environment and we Indians (middle class) and our offspring. I say we reject these token beads and blankets and conserve the last true wilderness area for our future. To be enjoyed by all, and not destroyed for the benefits of such a few.

The $100 per, would be better spent on alternatives, and making changes to the infrastructure (transportation, housing, work and commute issues,etc) in order that we can be more functional and efficient in our daily lives with our energy needs.

All of us Indians, need better or wiser Chiefs in Washington D.C., representing our interest. frown
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