Ted on giving up modern conveniences that rely on petroleum:
"I don't think it can be done. In part because of the human tendency, for most people, there are exceptions, to take the path of least resistance. They'll take the easy way out, and giving up your car, your television set, your electricity, is not the path of least resistance for most people." —Ted Kaczynski
While he was insane - as most geniuses are - his manifesto foreshadowed much of what society is going through now.
We are faced with a stark decision; continue our lives of convenience or take drastic steps to change. The choice is obvious and we in fact don't really have a choice.
Wars will continue to be fought for 'liberty' and 'freedom'.
Oil companies will continue to commit heinous acts in the name of our addiction, as demonstrated here, here, and here.
The iPhone and other gadgets will continue to require Coltan, which is mined by slaves in Congo and assembled by suicidal sweat shop workers in China.
And BP will keep on being BP.
Yes indeed, I agree with Ted, in that I don't think it can be done - an oil free modern society. But only to a degree. Where he was wrong - suggesting that violent provocation might hasten collapse. It will come naturally, and be great entertainment - what's better than watching unmanned drones rain missiles upon concrete grottoes, tarred sea-life clamor for oxygen, and indigenous people shed native garb for hazmat suits?
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