Long gas lines



Aren't the long lines of autos waiting to buy gas proof that
there is an excess of demand over supply -- causing the high
prices? And the rationing of heating oil? And the shortages
of electricity? And look how dark our cities are now, with
all the energy conservation.

Mason C
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