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Perry drew parallels between the current energy project and the historic Manhattan Project, arguing that just as the U.S. was once able to rise to a momentous occasion, it can do so again in its quest for energy independence. He underscored the dual necessity of not only energy but also skilled labor; a focus on incentivizing youth to pursue trades rather than traditional four-year college degrees will be essential in building the workforce needed to realize these ambitious projects.