Reality of a Gas Boycott

I am sure that we all have heard about people trying to start a gas boycott. I am sure that we all like the idea of doing this to get back at the oil industry. The bitter truth about this is that in its present form, this boycott means nothing.

If you really want to stick it to the industry, you actually have to stop using the gas. It makes no difference if you fill up on Thursday or Friday if you are still using and ultimately having to purchase the same amount of gas. The only way to make a difference is to actually not use gasoline. If you take public transportation while boycotting so that you are actually using less gas, then you have started to make a difference. The only way anyone can make a real difference is to reduce the amount of gas that you are actually using. Reducing gas consumption is only one part of the equation though.

People need to start using less oil in general. Keep the tires aired up and change out those light bulbs at home. The less oil we consume, the more money we save. Even if you do not buy into the whole global warming issue, you will still save money by conserving. We all do agree that having more money is a good thing, don't we?