Chevy Nation

So I watched a special on the impact that our driving has on the environment as well as global politics, and as I'm on my way to the store I'm pondering this new shopping center being built over farmland. Then I'm wondering why farmland is being displaced so that I can shop at Babies R Us? And why does it take me 10 minutes to drive 3 miles? If we're aware of the impact that our lifestyles have on a local and global scale, why the heck aren't we doing anything about it?

Sure, you can make a difference and buy a hybrid vehicle, carpool and shop for local organic goods, but why isn't there a national movement to build up, not out. Why are people still choosing to buy 4 wheel drive vehicles, when you know darn well, they've never been off-roading and probably never will.

Lets make our cities walking friendly. I should be able to walk to most every destination and errand I might have. Picture a world of Red Flyer wagons, fit and healthy bodies and glowing smiles. I shouldn't have to commute to work, it should be close enough to at least bike. Lets slow the development of box stores and encourage local artisans and farmers. Not only could we make a positive impact on our local communities, but also on global politics, global warming and the national health. But be selfish and at least do it for the positive affect it will have on your health and your family.

Did you know the US was able to meet all its own oil needs internally until 1970? (12% of global demand) Did you know we are responsible for 25% of the worlds oil needs and oil pollution? Did you know that automobiles cause more pollution than anything else in the world? Think: global warming. Think: traffic. Think: war for control of oil. Think: oil spill pollution. Think: how we're getting ripped off at the pump. Think: auto accidents. Think: environmental impact. Think: less exercise.

I hereby vow that I will purchase as much as possible from local, organic sources. I will recycle all goods that I possibly can. I will keep my car parked except in cases where walking or biking is not feasible and my next vehicle purchase will be a hybrid. I will not support the white mans lawn syndrome. I will encourage everyone I know to do the same. Will you?