US used to lead the way in wind power, now it’s Germany. We were first in on solar panels — now we buy them from China. We used to be big on nuclear power. Then 3-Mile Island and we’re terrified of it. Now we’re a nation of climate change deniers being told to drill baby drill. 61% of Americans have NEVER used public transportation. Excellent. See Highlights report on that link if you’re feeling too sanguine about the state of the world and our place in it.