I read an article on the New York Times about Obama's recent visit to Alaska, and the economic and environmental issues surrounding the question of drilling for oil in Alaska and the Arctic. On the one hand, fossil fuel energy is a huge source of income for the state of Alaska. For many of the people living there, especially some native groups, energy development is the platform for economic growth. On the other hand, it is scientifically proven that taking more fossil fuels out of the ground is not in the best interest of the future of our species on this planet. The article focuses on the Alaskan people's views on energy development in their state, but in my mind, it's just another example of the ongoing battle between instant gratification and long-term sustainability.
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