DAVID BLACKMON: Americans Have a Simple Option for Reducing Energy Dependence on Foreign Nations
Dear Americans: When it comes to energy security, would you prefer to depend on Canada and its oil and gas industry or on China? This question has been more pressing since the conflict with Iran started on February 28th. Someone on X mentioned an interesting point: “Has anyone realized that neither solar nor wind energy […]
David Blackmon: Stellantis Turns to Diesel – Implications for Europe’s EV Future
Stellantis Revives Diesel Engines Amid EV Sales Struggles Stellantis, the major automotive group responsible for brands like Vauxhall, Peugeot, and Fiat, has made a notable shift in strategy by reintroducing diesel engines across Europe. This decision follows a significant £19 billion (over $24 billion) loss tied to its rapid shift towards electric vehicles, suggesting that […]
David Blackmon: The Supreme Court Could Halt Climate Legal Battles
Supreme Court to Decide on Major Climate Change Lawsuit All attention is directed toward the Supreme Court this week, as justices prepare to announce their decision on a significant climate change case. On Friday, they’ll determine whether to accept a petition regarding a lawsuit in Colorado that seeks extensive damages from oil companies for alleged […]
David Blackmon: Bill Gates Faces Energy and Climate Truths
Bill Gates’ New Perspective on Climate Change This week, Bill Gates, the billionaire founder of Microsoft, stirred the climate discussion with his recent essay. It’s quite a shift from his previous stance on climate issues and might indicate a notable change in approach. Instead of viewing atmospheric carbon dioxide as a gauge for global conditions, […]
David Blackmon: Mining is Making a Return in America
Revitalization of the American Mining Industry The American mining sector is on the brink of a significant revival, and it seems that this transformation is already underway, highlighted by a number of recent announcements. One notable development took place on October 27. JPMorgan Chase announced a $75 million investment in Perpetua Resources, an antimony mining […]
David Blackmon: The True Face of Offshore Wind is Revealed
Wind Energy Challenges Facing Ørsted Green energy projects seem to be facing rapid challenges, perhaps faster than some might expect. On August 11, 2025, Ørsted, Denmark’s prominent offshore wind company, made a surprising announcement. They revealed plans to support their U.S. offshore efforts by addressing significant rights issues, potentially raising around 60 billion Danish kroner […]
David Blackmon: CNN’s Surprising Climate Survey Results Support Trump’s Energy Policies
As the Trump administration and the Republican-led Congress vigorously work to reverse President Biden’s energy policies aimed at climate change, advocates for climate change theory seem to be employing increasingly intense strategies to sway public opinion. However, CNN’s polling analyst, Harry Enten, argues that these tactics haven’t had the desired effect. He notes that the […]
David Blackmon: Supreme Court’s Unanimous Decision Raises Hope for Changes in Permitting
Many Americans are often surprised to discover that most rulings made by the U.S. Supreme Court are unanimous. These decisions frequently go unnoticed in the media, mainly because they lack controversy. Take, for instance, a recent case decided 8-0. On May 29th, the court indicated that it could assist Congress and the Trump administration in […]
David Blackmon: The DOJ Launches a New Challenge to Trump’s Energy Dominance Plans for America
The U.S. Department of Justice, under Attorney General Pam Bondy, has initiated four legal cases this week, advancing the goals of the Trump administration’s energy agenda. This action follows a presidential order issued on April 8th by President Trump. He directed Bondy and her team to “take action against state laws that disproportionately hinder domestic […]
Justin Blackmon looks unrecognizable in mug shot photo after arrest
Former NFL wide receiver Justin Blackmon was arrested early Saturday morning and charged with public addiction in Payne County, Oklahoma, according to multiple reports. The previous fifth overall pick by Jaguar in the 2012 NFL Draft, 35-year-old Blackmon, whose career was derailed by an off-field incident, appeared unrecognised in the mugshot photo, which surprised fans […]