Buckey said he would focus on decreasing America's dependence on petroleum and increasing research on renewable energy technologies. He said it's an issue that's vital to both national security and the economy.

"If we don't take action, we are going to lose control of America's future," Buckey said. "Ten years from now, do we want to be importing solar-powered systems and other technologies from elsewhere or do we want to be building them here?"

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Lebanon, NH - US Senate Candidate Jay Buckey expressed disbelief that President Bush vetoed expansion of the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). “Investing in children is one of the smartest things you can do for the future of the United States,” said Buckey. “Vetoing this bill is clearly the wrong move.”

“As a doctor I see what happens when people put off needed health care,” Buckey explained. “Preventive care is a cost saving measure for everyone, but proper care for children is especially important so they can avoid a lifetime of disability and health costs.“

“Expanding SCHIP is good for children and families and it’s good for our economy,” Buckey said. “It is the fiscally responsible move.”

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