15 Prominent Republicans Urge President Obama to Strengthen Fuel Efficiency Standards

While it would be even better if sitting Republicans made such a strong statement for increased fuel standards to reduce carbon emissions and save money at the pump, it's still heartening to read about this action to press for 60 mpg standards by 2017. Now, how do we get rank and file politicians on board?
http://thinkprogress.org/romm/2011/06/22/251680/15-prominent-republicans-urge-president-obama-to-strengthen-fuel-efficiency-standards/