Hills mentioned one possible reason for ethanol was to reduce our dependence on foreign oil. This is probably true, but I have to question why we export so much oil if we are dependent on another country for it. Do not be surprised if tariffs are created for incoming oil. Contrary to popular belief, we could be self sufficient based on the national reserve and import/export data. Another reason for the creation of ethanol that is seldom talked about is the benefit farmers reap including a stable foundation for the corn market. In the past our government subsidized corn and ethanol reduces that amount.
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