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Leanan on October 20, 2006 - 9:52am Permalink | Subthread | Parent | Comments top
I wonder.  When I lived in Peru, there were many Indian tribes that lived with minimal contact with "civilization."  I wouldn't count on them starving or freezing any time soon.
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roel on October 20, 2006 - 10:46am Permalink | Subthread | Parent | Comments top
Oh, I absolutely agree. Whatever shape or form the coming crisis may have, it'll be worst for those who face the most dramatic changes. And that's not those who go in to it with a "primitive" lifestyle.

Though for them climate changes and other kinds of pollution may be tough, "we" will have all that and then some. Though, don't forget, Africa, Asia and South America, where life is most basic, have been our chemical and nuclear waste dumps for decades, and the Peru tribes may find their water starts killing people.

But since you mentioned Ireland as well, I got to thinking what I thought. Bangla Desh and the Niger Delta have seen large protests as well, in various ways. ANd undoubtedly, much more in on the way.

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LoveOregon on October 20, 2006 - 11:34am Permalink | Subthread | Parent | Comments top
Leanan:  would enjoy comparing notes on Peru, where I lived for two years and which I visit regularly.  Please email privately (go to my TOD user info).
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elwoodelmore on October 21, 2006 - 3:51am Permalink | Subthread | Parent | Comments top
 we are dynosaurs  
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