We're in yet another oil shock. It will produce yet another inflation crisis. Another recession is likely.

It's a great time to remember that actually...the future is electric!

We need to invest in Canadian security, stability, and energy independence.

Renewable energy is the cheapest, safest and most resilient way to power our economy.

Nobody ever invaded a country for its wind or sunlight.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-canada-must-remember-that-the-future-is-electricity-not-fossil-fuels/

#cdnpoli #NDP #renewableenergy

Canada must remember that the future is electricity, not fossil fuels

The industries of tomorrow demand abundant, low-carbon and reliable power

The Globe and Mail

@avilewis

I dislike the simplicity of statements like:

"Nobody ever invaded a country for its wind or sunlight."

Memes are not a good way to explain policy.

There are plenty of good arguments to support renewable energy.

@corvus @avilewis for the majority of people you are incorrect.

We wouldn't be in the mess we are now if voting and policy were based on a rational weighing of facts. Sloganeering, memes, passion, fear and selfish desires are what drive people to get out of their default apathy and vote for things.

People are busy and only willing to spend so much mental energy outside their everyday interests. A simple, understandable, sticky message is more effective at spurring collective action.

@beeoproblem

I take your point.