Originally Posted by
chewybrian
But, strong party lines, or dwindling oil supplies don't spell the end of civilization. We won't act boldly until circumstances force us to act. But, we are capable of enduring severe hardships and solving seemingly insurmountable problems when the need arises. It may take war, a great(er) depression, famine, etc., but we've survived all those things before.
We as a species perhaps. But an awful lot of us individuals will die in the process.