AEX catches up with energy advocate and former Congressman John Peterson (R-PA) at Titusville’s Oil 150; a celebration marking the 150th anniversary of the first oil well drilled in the U.S.

Having lived in Titusville his entire life, Peterson knows full well the benefits of a robust oil and natural gas industry has on the local economy. We asked him what he thought of cap and trade, and you can view his response below.