In this episode, Minnesota State Representative Pat Garofalo discusses Minnesota's energy policy and its societal impacts. Highlighting the shale gas revolution, Garofalo explains how it has transformed energy production and reduced reliance on imports. The conversation addresses how polarization and special interest groups hinder effective energy policy, with specific attention to environmental activism's influence. They explore Minnesota's carbon-free energy goals and the challenges of balancing reliability and cost. The discussion also touches on how Minnesota's energy policies affect North Dakota's coal industry, emphasizing the legal and economic conflicts arising from differing regulatory approaches. The episode concludes with a discussion on electric vehicles, AI's future energy demand, and the need for fact-based policy decisions to ensure America's energy leadership.