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Peer and Trishgate,

On a philosophical, idealistic level, I agree with you both. Personal responsibility should be the only governing mechanism in a perfect world. For that matter, in an idealistic world, we could depend on self interest alone - for all expressions of self interest would be moral, and beneficial for all.

But we don't live in an ideal world, and there will always be individuals who assert their interests over the public good. This might be where we are hitting a snag in synchronous thought.

Do you believe that after, say, a Nibiru spawned planetary storm, or the competitive factions of the PTB go at with all the might of their arsenals, the only people left will be those who share our idealism? I know there are those here who believe that yes, we are on the verge of leaving a reality where such human behavior exists, but I'm not sure that it works that way. I think that is wishful thinking, and it could leave many either unprepared, or at the mercy of unpleasant people.

That is the question that I struggle with when thinking of our future as a species. What are your thoughts? I read your posts, value your opinions, and would love to get your thoughts on just that question.