… Keeping America competitive requires
affordable energy. And here we have a serious
problem: America is addicted to oil, which is
often imported from unstable parts of the world.
The best way to break this addiction is through
technology. Since 2001, we have spent nearly $10
billion to develop cleaner, cheaper, and more
reliable alternative energy sources. And we are on
the threshold of incredible advances.…
— President George W. Bush,
State of the Union Address, January 31, 2006

Which goal related to United States energy needs
is addressed in this speech?
(1) reduce dependence on the Middle East
(2) supply all energy needs from domestic
sources
(3) decrease offshore drilling
(4) eliminate the use of all petroleum products



Answer :

It is the goal of "(1) reducing dependence on the Middle East" that is addressed in this speech. This issue remains one of the most contested issues in politics today. 

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