Because Iran is becoming more of a democracy and is more willing to negotiate with the United States, we should make an attempt to work with them. There are many differing views on this issues from policymakers and lobbyists. Of course, U.S. oil companies are supporting the softening of policy towards Iran. Jesse Helms is taking the opposite position and calling for the release of strategic reserves and furthere isolation of Iran. Louis Farrakhan is recommending that we end all sactions against Iraq to bring down oil prices.
Many people believe that the most important issue is the end of rising oil prices.
However, it is equally important to improve relations wih Iran to ensure a good relationship with Iran in the future.