The leading candidates were chosen based on the most recent national polls. Responses come directly from the candidates or their public statements.
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| The first three questions are currently under debate in Congress. The next two regularly emerge as proposals, and will likely again in the coming years. The final question is seldom championed by politicians but often cited by economists as the most efficient way to cut oil use. | |||||||
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| Tax Big Oil, fund alternatives | |
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| Cap carbon emissions | |
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| Drill in Alaska | |
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| Hike gas taxes | |
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Last updated January 02 2008: 9:42 AM ET
