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 This Reuters article that I read Wednesday indicates, "Obama has said he would be open to expanding offshore drilling areas as part of a comprehensive legislation to address America's energy problems." 

I agree with Republican lawmakers that it is essential to encourage President Obama to OK the offshore drilling plan. 

The moratorium on oil and natural gas exploration in the outer continental shelf that expired on September 30, 2008 was put into place during a very different time in our nation’s history.  Let’s not turn back the clock by imposing another ban.

Oil and natural gas exploration in the outer continental shelf will create additional U.S. jobs. Individuals who worked in this industry had wages in 2006 that were more than double the national average.

Production of oil and natural gas has brought billions of dollars in revenue to state and federal governments and represents a significant revenue source to the federal government.

For those of you who feel strongly about this issue you can find more information about offshore oil and natural gas exploration at the North Carolina Energy Forum website (http://www.ncenergyforum.com). The North Carolina Energy Forum is a community of concerned citizens who are committed to achieving energy security for our country. You can also join the NC Energy Forum.