Help Me, Nancy Pelosi. Why Can't We Drill?

I've been a loyal democrat for 20 years. In the past, I've voted for the party, even when my convictions were nudging me to do a new thing. Lately, I vote my conscience. But, for the most part, I'm still a party loyalist. But, Nancy and I are quickly parting ways. I'm not getting the anti drilling sentiment. It's not that I don't want to look for alternative solutions. In fact, I think we should aggressively support alternative sources of energy. I'm a fan of wind, solar, etc. I'm still a little edgy about nuclear. But, I'm still learning. I want to know why we can't do it all.

I'm tired of the argument that it won't make a difference for 10 years. Especially since, 1) some scientists say with newer technology we could see relief in 3-5 years and 2) they gave us this same argument 20 years ago. I'm also not really interested in the fact that oil companies already have leases where they can drill. If oil companies say they can get it faster from land the federal government is standing in front of, I want to know why we can't try.

I know in Nancy's world there are taxis, buses, trains and everyone can ride a bike or walk to work. But, honey I live in rural America with four sons. We don't fit it anything small and to get to any place of substance, you really need a car. So, if you can explain Nancy's argument to me (better than Nancy has), share the logic. I'm easy pickings. I want to believe her. I'm just not feeling it right now.

In fact, Nancy Pelosi even went as far as to say that to capitulate was to give in to Republicans. Sorry, Nancy. In my world (buying diapers, gas, groceries, paying college tuition), I'm not really thinking about whether Republicans will get a victory. I need a break.

Pelosi stands firm against offshore drilling