With a gallon of gas around $4.10, I, as well as many other Americans, are starting to wonder if our government will step up to the plate and help us.

Do you ever wonder what it would be like if they took politics out of all the plans and ideas in Washington and they just tried to do what was right because it was right and nobody cared who got credit for it?

That very seldom happens in the political world these days.

Yesterday I was pleased the hear that President Bush has lifted the executive ban on offshore drilling. Now the ball is in the democrat-controlled House and Senate’s court, as they will need to lift their ban, too.

It does not appear they will. With only a few weeks left before they leave Washington for the year, the time is now for people to let them know their feelings on the high cost of gasoline in this country.

Although lifting the offshore drilling ban is just one of ways to make our country more energy independent, it is not a quick fix. Americans want at least some action. If Americans believe there’s hope to combat these high energy costs down the road that will help us in many ways. Yes, it is somewhat psychological – something to look forward to and something to ease the pain as we tell ourselves, “There’s help on the way.”

Sadly it appears the Democrats want to run out the clock on the 110^th Congress, which by most accounts is one of the worst do-nothing Congresses in history. The Democrats hope and pray they win more seats and the White House in November. If the past two years are any indication of their leadership, we may not be able to afford much more of their leadership. The high cost of fuel is making it difficult for most Americans. It is the biggest election issue because it is affecting Americans more than anything else.

Congressman Denny Rehberg has a four-part plan that you can view HERE. His comprehensive energy plan covers four main areas: Fossil Fuel Production, Conservation, Alternatives, and Technology. I’ve read Rehberg’s plan and it makes sense for America. I don’t see how the left side of the aisle or the right side of the aisle could disagree with his ideas, but I am sure someone, somewhere, will.

With energy costs becoming the biggest issue this election season, Americans are looking for answers and we don’t like waiting. So far it appears the Republicans have better answers and are willing to consider more options. Time will tell which political party better explains their energy plans. No matter what, politics and political jockeying will play a big part in whatever Congress does or does not do to ease our pain.

$4.10, $4.25, $4.50, $4.75, $5.00…