Texas Oilman Goes to Washington to Promote Wind Power
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Channel: Voice of America · 2008 · News & Politics
Texas oilman T. Boone Pickens urged Congress on July 22,2008 to embrace alternative energy sources to wean the United States from its dependence on foreign oil. The 80-year old billionaire, who made his fortune in oil, has become a strong advocate for wind power. He says his plan would revitalize rural America and significantly reduce the nation's demand for foreign oil. VOA's Mil Arcega has more.
