At the time those decisions were being made here in Wisconsin, they made absolute economic sense.

This, in a political sense and an economic sense, could have profound impact on virtually all governments in Wisconsin. It could be one of the most significant things the Legislature has done in years. It's a good election year issue, frankly.

The market dynamics at the time (that) we were considering those cases distorted the market and resulted in prices that were probably not going to be sustained through the course of this year. Natural gas prices are now down $3 to $4, which will mean real relief for Wisconsin ratepayers. I expect that every Wisconsin utility will come forward to adjust rates. We will work quickly so utility customers experience timely savings.

The market dynamics at the time we were considering those cases distorted the market and resulted in prices that were probably not going to be sustained through the course of this year.

I think Edward Sharpe's music is counter-cultural music in the strangest sense where you have a time now where love, optimism, hope and community are uncool and not part of the mainstream culture.

The first thing we need to do is understand how big the problem is. We know the costs have escalated as a result of the supply disruptions . . . but the significant challenge is going to be the new contracts that are escalating in a very significant way.