Rep. Pearce believes that the answer to affordable gasoline is grounded in Benjamin Franklin’s practical world. In answer to Udall’s complaints about speculation driving up the price Pearce looks to the “reason” for the speculation. “Speculators are just reacting to the current economic climate and Washington's unwillingness to open more oil fields in the U.S.” “Speculators only act on human behavior--they think right now human behavior in the congress says no to any more drilling. It's gonna drive the price up," he said. Pearce isn’t looking to speculation about speculators. He’s looking to the practical answer. All conduct has some rational basis to it. Drill now and the price will go down, even before any oil is recovered.

A democratic win by Udall will help Baraqck Obama get elected and perform as President. Additionally, just having a strong contest will encourage voters to vote in the election for both Senate and President. There are several key battleground states that could swing the Presidential election. New Mexico, along with Colorado, Virginia and New Hampshire could help. A strong Senate campaign by Udall will help the Democrat, Barack Obama, win a typical Republican state. A win by Udall also enhances the Democratic Senate Majority which will aid a Democratic President in passing legislation.