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Though I was young enough during the Carter Administration that the day-to-day impacts of its policies weren’t readily apparent to me, I do recall being aware that things weren’t exactly peachy on the economy and energy front. And bear in mind — I came from a family of Democrats who fully supported Jimmy and his presidency. I even shook his hand once — which would have been right around the time he gave his infamous “Malaise” speech. I don’t recall watching the speech, but I do recall a discussion regarding thermostats. And, of course, I’ve since learned more regarding the historical context.

Here we are, forty-plus years later, and we have the Biden Administration floating a bold new strategy to combat the climate crisis: Staying home. That’s right, in a bid to reduce travel demand and lower carbon emissions, Joe and Co. are calling on Americans to reduce commuting miles through increased remote work and virtual engagements.

Compare that to what we heard in 1979:

“And I’m asking you for your good and for your nation’s security to take no unnecessary trips, to use carpools or public transportation whenever you can, to park your car one extra day per week, to obey the speed limit, and to set your thermostats to save fuel.”

Who wore it best? Jimmy or Joe?

This “Moore to the Point” commentary aired on NewsTalkSTL on Friday, February 3rd. Audio included below.