“Civilization depends on our expanding ability to produce food efficiently, which has markedly accelerated thanks to science and technology.”
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If there are more and more environmental refugees, they are going to end up on your doorstep too.
Myths about the dire effects of genetically modified foods on health and the environment abound, but they have not held up to scientific scrutiny. And, although many concerns have been expressed about the potential for unexpected consequences, the unexpected effects that have been observed so far have been benign.
We know that al Qaeda is seeking radioactive materials and technology to launch a devastating attack, and that hundreds of radioactive sources have been lost or stolen in the U.S. and around the world.
Energy has become a national security issue and as technology continues to improve, there will be more debates like the one on Keystone.
