Science as a priority in 2007-2008

Habit. Difficult to change.

Science is change. There is little that does not change when examined by a scientific eye. Our future depends upon change and therefore upon science. We cannot continue to use and abuse the natural world the way we have -- and expect to live free of consequence. Habits will not change, but science can help reduce the negative consequences those habits have on nature.

To do so, we need to make science a priority in 2007-2008. We can no longer coast upon the investments made in the 1960's, post-Sputnik era. A new generation of problems face this nation and it is time for a new generation of science-minded leaders to promote the change needed to solve those problems. We need to invest. We need to support. We need to understand natural law.

Make this the year that begins the change. We cannot afford to wait any longer.