New Era in Energy Politics - 212
Russia and the Need for a New Energy Era For years I have said the most patriotic thing a person can do is buy an electric vehicle, (EVs). Why? One reason, of course, if we continue burning gas and oil the climate will continue to overheat. Just as important, our military depends on diesel and jet fuel. I served in the Air Force, the Army, and the Military Sealift Command for 30 years. In a large modern war, our military depends on diesel and jet fuel to move warriors and their weapons to attack the enemy wherever the enemy is most vulnerable. Then, when engaged with the enemy, we must keep ourselves supplied with food, ammo and fuel. This is called projecting power and sustaining the force. With exception of nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers our military uses oil. There was a saying in the Military Sealift Command, “Amateurs talk tactics; professionals talk logistics”. The reason I encourage people to purchase EVs is quite simple. Every gallon civilians do not ...