Very soon, I'll have to be buying a car. I've been seriously considering getting a car that runs on biofuel. So I've been doing some research. Everything seemed OK, until I ran into this article. (it's long, but take the time to read it)

Yep, it makes sense. But then you get to the comments (which for some reason, won't let me log onto). Most of it is the usual yelling, but one person did make a brilliant point that no one ever seems to say...

Yes, the technology right now isn't perfect. (solar, wind, electric, hybrid, etc) But the answer isn't to keep doing the same crap until the technology is perfect. I wouldn't be typing on this computer right now if I did that. And while that doesn't mean we should buy up every new invention in a consumeristic frenzy, we should be willing to embrace something new that is better than what we were doing but is still not what we would prefer.

And to connect on this, while I understand that to stop global warming, things need to be done on a macro level (and need to be done post-haste), individuals doing their part create a culture of environmental responsibility. It's a good slippery slope. If we continue to use our money to purchase things the right way, it will influence the market to create more products that are environmentally friendly.

And come on...are you really that insecure that you don't want to stand out because you bought a hybrid? Eiiish.

Unconnected note: Here's a great article about Clintonbagger. Thank you, Helen Thomas. It's not everything you need to know about her, but it's enough...or if it's not, your a low-expectation-having-mother.....er.