other hand
low energy prices are great for the us economy. unfortunately that trend looks like it's in a bit of peril. which is really bad for the us economy. at least for a while. until we adjust. which might not be until the end of the century. until then countries with the last of the cheap oil and natural gas will be able to dictate world policy. specifically, russia, venezuela, saudi arabia, iran. i have such pleasant thoughts, don't i?