Recent survey results from a poll of Colorado voters showed most believe that increasing US oil and gas production is important. A majority said they favor political candidates who support development.
The Colorado Petroleum Council, an affiliate of the American Petroleum Commission, said it commissioned Harris Poll to interview 604 registered Colorado voters by telephone during Oct. 15-18.
Of the respondents, 72% supported increased US oil and gas production.
"This poll shows that energy is a top issue for voters next year because it plays a key role in job creation and economic growth," CPC Executive Director Tracee Bentley said on Oct. 27 in Denver. "Colorado voters understand the opportunities that prodevelopment policies create."
When survey participants were asked if they believe the federal government does enough to encourage domestic oil and gas resource development, 53% of respondents said no.
