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This is a typical series of believes in all powerful technology. Many Americans worship the technology, all kinds of silver bullets. In fact, we cannot control even a nationwide obesity problem. Global warming and massive decline of biodiversity are just a warning signs. Did we return any of the lost plants or animal species back? Did we create a new species to replace the lost one? We have genetic engineering, of course, but this is nothing, but just another form of pollution, the genetic pollution. Moving to other planets is good only for science fiction. Our brain is strong, but only to a point. We are prone to gambling, to all kinds of deadly addictions and believe in becoming suddenly rich without working, despite the brain power.
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I really enjoy when people rail against technology. Facts are stated in the above. However, technology has brought in many advancements that are ridiculed.
Genetic engineering- nothing like dismissing the ability to grow corn or wheat in drought stricken regions. Not to mention resistant to mold.
How about a return to yesteryear? When people died from polio and old age was 52.
Obesity. What kind of shape are you in? How about someone comes over to your house and force you to get in shape. Maybe higher taxes if your BMI is over an 'acceptable' range. What was your point?
I think the most immediate threat to our way of life is global warming. I think if we haven't caused it we have greatly increased its arrival date. It is a monstrous threat. A major challenge is the attitude 'I don't believe it because I cannot see it'. Which is exactly the tone of the quote above. We have screwed up the environment and the time to pay is coming. Gambling is not only about getting rich without working. It is about having the guts to go out on a limb and take a chance that may ruin your reputation, life or career. What country are you from?