because at this point, it seems like a bit out of control. i think we have to agree that inflation is hurting everyday americans, being driven by the pandemic and all the supply chain disruptions and now putin s war is having an effect. the fact that we have underlying strength in the economy, job growth is a good thing. low unemployment is a good thing. we have to tackle inflation. and i think the president is beginning to take those steps that make sense. releasing petroleum reserves could have an effect on gas prices. gas prices is driving a lot of this. so if we can deal with that. if we can protect direct relief, i happen to support state and federal gas tax suspension. that would be one way to provide some immediate relief. not everybody agrees with me on that. we should do what we can, knowing that ultimately we get through this. the underlying strength of the economy is going to keep us in a good position, but we have to address inflation. i think the president is addressing
With gas prices at record highs across the U.S., an increasing number of governors and state lawmakers are calling for the suspension of gas taxes to provide relief to motorists