On the other hand, we are potentially now closer to our doom than ever before. If we look at all the things, that _in the short term_ improve our lives, but _in

On the other hand, we are potentially now closer to our doom than ever before. If we look at all the things, that _in the short term_ improve our lives, but _in the long run_ might seriously impact future generations, then I am no longer so sure about that statement. Zooming out is fine, but not only looking at the past, but also what the future seems to hold, is a worthy perspective to take sometimes.