Greg Abbott Sees Slaves
Attorney General Abbott's Statement On Gasoline Prices
"I understand Texas consumers are concerned about the rising cost of gasoline, however, with Hurricane Katrina, there has been a significant loss of production capacity in the Gulf of Mexico and refining capacity along the Gulf Coast. Prices will go up. Rest assured, my office will diligently watch for the incidence of price-gouging at particular gas stations that seem out of step with generally prevailing market forces."
Translation:
I, as an extension of the state, run your asses and this certainly includes business owners. "Owners." Ha! I'll decide what is "too much" to charge at the pump. You may think your say in the matter ends when Granny complains, but it is I who takes the important action. If you break from the pack, deviate from the norm, and push the envelope I'll be there with the threat of police violence against you. Should you display any moves to peacefully conserve your supply of fuels by raising prices outside a general price trend that I define, you get to deal with me...and I have the budget of the Texas Attorney General's Office behind me. Whadda you got? I talked shit to the hotel industry, so I'm not bothered by a few gas stations.