OPINION:
The article “West Virginia natural gas production numbers ’shocking’” (Web, Jan. 23) was an interesting read and well-written. These production numbers for oil and natural gas are a glimmer of good news because with the way the Obama administration is determined to eliminate the use of coal in the United States, oil and natural-gas jobs will become even more important to West Virginia’s economy.
Jobs in the oil-and-gas industry pay $13,000 to $38,000 more than the average annual salary in West Virginia. Unfortunately, the federal government seems poised to impose further regulations on fracking as well. This poses the question: What can hard-working people do to make an honest living these days?
ISAAC ORR
Appleton, Wisc.
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