We know what we have to do. And we know how to do it. If we fail to convert our self-destructing economy into one that is environmentally sustainable, future generations will be overwhelmed by environmental degradation and social disintegration. Simply stated, if our generation does not turn things around, our children may not have the option of doing so.

One way or another, the choice will be made by our generation, but it will affect life on earth for all generations to come

If an economy is to sustain progress, it must satisfy the basic principles of ecology. If it does not, it will decline and eventually collapse. There is no middle ground

Humanity's greatest challenge may soon be just making it to the next harvest.

Today, more than ever, we need political leaders who can see the big picture, who understand the relationship between the economy and its environmental support systems.

No civilization has survived the ongoing destruction of its natural support systems. Nor will ours.

Farmers...can no longer keep up with rising demand; thus the outlook is for chronic scarcities and rising prices.