As with many things, the government is the entity making all the profit.
About 2 years ago the numbers were, per gallon of fuel, 8 cents profit to Exxon vs 46 cents to federal and state taxes.
I have no problem with the oil company, they at least make the investment and do the work. The government is like the mafia, taking their cut in exchange for protection.
This post was edited by Phil in Pa at 04:06:51 09/28/13.
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