I found this article in the USA Today and I believe this is an example of priming. I think it shows how the current administration views fracking in the United States. The fracking issue has been a point of contention for quite sometime with arguments from both sides of the issue. It no has been made clear that the Obama administration has made its ruling, and fracking is in. The E.P.A. is most likely going to continue studies and modify current regulations. The regulations that remain in place have been the same for the past 30 years. Obviously many things have changed within the oil drilling arena in the past 30 years, therefore it certainly would seem that the current regulations need to be updated. When a issue such as fracking comes to the forefront of societies radar there will always be controversial, however this issue has been particularly a hot button issue because of the chemicals used for the fracking operation. I certainly see the point of being aware of chemicals used in the operation are important to be aware of. However now the government has made a ruling on the issue and taken a particular stand with allowing the process to continue on, which in their way is telling the public that this administration feels as if it a safe practice, therefore we as citizens of the U.S.A. should believe what they have found to be truthful information and that it is good for the country, they believe it and so should we.
Absolutely Tony! As Speaker of the House, John Boehner put it, “We have been drilling for years and we’ll continue to drill!” The absurdity is that we, as a society, know the risks now and know there are more Eco-friendly ways to achieve our energy needs. The reason it is slow to change is because of the deep pockets associated with the profits that progress the 1% and harm the rest of the planet. A closer look at the companies claiming that fracking is “safe” uncovers the same companies that have promoted the fossil fuels since the Industrial Age began. Unfortunately, the American People, in general, refuse to research the issue and educate themselves on the dangers. This is exactly what politicians who are supported by these special interest groups are banking on…the sheep who follow their “leaders” to the slaughter.