I kind of have to agree with you on this one...
While I agree that Americans should be taking a harder look at the way gubbermint is picking our pockets, Neal fails to realize how the higher price of gasoline affects practically everything we buy.
A simple example: the price of stamps. While there have been other (significant) factors behind the recent rise in postage, the price of gasoline has been a major one.
Now, apply that to your milk, eggs, Playstation, etc.