I have to agree. I think that calling it "patronizing" is harsh but science generally does not progress on a timeline that depends on and adapts to humans - it

I have to agree. I think that calling it "patronizing" is harsh but science generally does not progress on a timeline that depends on and adapts to humans - it is the other way around. And whereas history may judge the oil industry negatively it also judges theocratic regimes negatively for trying to "mitigate" progress.