Everyone seems to be missing the bigger picture (Score 1)

The worlds addiction to oil is what gives the middle east power. THAT, is a big enough reason to stop using oil. saudi arabia and their neighbors have unchecked control and influence through oil. I cant think of a larger group of humans who are less worthy of such power. The world lets saudi arabia sponser mass murder and hide the murders out of the fear the saudis might cut production. In the US, having a second generation oil pimp at the helm is a problem too. I know nothing will change as long as big oil has such a corrupting influence on US politics and policies. The civilized world should of started to wean themselves from oil back in the 70's. What a wonderfull world it would be if the middle east had the power they are worthy of and deserve-NONE, and my car ran on water.