By the time this issue of W&C hits the streets, it is very likely we will already know who will be president for the next four years. Whether it's President Bush or Senator Kerry, I think it's important to recall a quote that's almost cliché these days: "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." Do I really have to remind anyone that it was President Kennedy who spoke these words?
The election campaign has been one of personal attacks, often with reckless disregard for facts on both sides, far too much repetition and far too little meat on the issues that matter. Without considering myself militant, I am a very strong proponent of environmental responsibility. It is very disappointing that, if my memory serves, not one of the debates spent any amount of time of substance on environmental responsibility. Democrats would likely argue that it is the government's responsibility to enforce environmental regulations. Republicans might likely argue that it is up to the private sector to be motivated to be green and respond accordingly. Both of these arguments have their merits and flaws. But perhaps if we all ask ourselves what we can do for our country, the sheer weight of "doing the right thing" might be enough.