Obama big fan of Ethanol: NYTimes.com

Posted by Tim

June 23, 2008

Obama Camp Closely Linked With Ethanol - NYTimes.com

The New York Times article linked above gives some interesting background on Barack Obama’s support of ethanol policies and some of his advisors, like former South Dakota Senator Tom Daschle, who are from the farm belt and are strong ethanol supporters.

With Mr. Obama as the current leading contender for the U.S. Presidency, this is good news for ethanol producers. The article also highlights the marked difference between what Senator Obama and Senator McCain have said about renewable fuels. Also, remember Senator Obama is from Illinois, one of the major corn producing states.

Senator Obama voiced his support for the recently passed Farm Bill and his election would probably continue current government support for corn ethanol production.