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Default Why gas is $5.00/gal

On Fri, 22 Apr 2011 23:00:47 -0400, Wayne.B wrote:

On Fri, 22 Apr 2011 18:20:57 -0700 (PDT), Tim
wrote:

On Apr 22, 4:31*pm, Frogwatch wrote:
Of course Obama blames "speculators" because that is ALWAYS the reason
why gas costs anything. *It is a bit like saying the sky is blue
because it bluish colored. *However, what Obama actually means is that
in this context, "speculators" is a code word for "reaql


Here's a reasonable explanation why:

http://www.helium.com/items/2143049-...-costs-so-much


Let's not try to confuse them with the facts. They won't appreciate
it, and they're confused enough already.

One thing is for sure however - $4 gas really stings when you're
filling up a runabout or pickup truck. Apparently Amex has a $85
limit on card purchases at the pump. I got cut off the other night a
few gallons short of a full tank. Learn something new every day.
:-)


The local Sunoco station cut me off at $75. I'm pretty sure it was the station. That's only happened
once before, and the proprietor said it was their policy.