The President and the Price of Gas
The President and the Price of Gas  
Podcast: Civics 101
Published On: Tue Feb 01 2022
Description: When this episode was recorded, gasoline prices in the US averaged $3.28 a gallon. Stickers of President Biden saying "I did that" decorated gas pumps across the country. What handles, if any, does a president have to lower the price of gas? How responsible are they for high prices? Today we get to the bottom of the oil barrel with two specialists; Robert Rapier from Proteum Energy and Irina Ivanova from CBS News. They guide us through an economic, scientific, and historical analysis of the powers of the chief executive, from the 70s to now, to control the price of gasoline.  CLICK HERE: Visit our website to donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!