Indonesia is not a small country; its population rivals that of the United States. But as an island country it is especially threatened by rising sea water. If the world’s nations do not take action to cut emissions of greenhouse gases, then scientists project Indonesian capital of Jakarta will fall under water. 42 million people live in Indonesia at elevations that will be threatened by rising waters. The United States is currently the most powerful nation standing in the way of policy changes to reduce carbon emissions. If we elect a progressive president in 2008, we have a better chance of ameliorating the looming human disaster in Indonesia.
(Source: Reuters December 5 2007)

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