Scandal+Response

Apparently some people believe I encouraged several companies to drill for natural gas regardless of the environmental impact. I can assure that protecting the environment is one of the most important issues I am focusing on along with health care and the national debt. I did meet with companies and discussed the drilling issue. However, at these meetings we also discussed the pros and cons of alternative energy resources and how they are beneficial to both the company and the environment. The Associated Press reported that "I downplayed the negative environmental effects," they simply misinterpreted what I discussed with the companies at these meetings. We talked about the pros and cons of drilling and its effects on the environment. At these “closed door meetings,” the companies and I talked about the pros and cons of drilling and alternative energy resources along with how to make drilling safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Also, I talked with them about researching more into the alternative energy resources and discussed with them about switching from a drilling company into the alternative energy resource industry. Once again, I can guarantee you that protecting the environment is the most important issue that I face. Vote Ryan Malencia.