Part II
The Texas Connection
The shale revolution was Texas-led and Texas-bred. In fact, it's so new that its history is still being written.
Part III
Fracking Saves the Economy
...Except When It Doesn't
Fracking provides a much-needed boost to the economy, especially in producing states like Texas. But is that the whole story?
Part IV
Rural Revitalization
In many ways the shale revolution has been a useful on-ramp for rural revitalization, which isn't without its tradeoffs.
Part V
The Environmental Conundrum
Fracking is the environmental solution that environmentalists love to hate.
Part VI
The National Security Implications
The national security effects of the shale boom are just as nuanced as the economic and environmental tradeoffs.
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