Post #1: The most important issue in my opinion and why

In my opinion the most important issue facing the world today is it's current environmental condition. As a result of the constantly thinning ozone layer we have developed increasing issues with cancer as well as the melting of the Arctic. This is causing deaths of not only humans but also the possible extinctions of polar bears and other Arctic animals. With all of the luxuries Canadians, as well as most of the world, have access to nowadays, pollution is becoming an increasing concern. Factories, car fumes, and electricity consume much of the average Canadian's lives, and this is apparent through our environment.  Although war, poverty, and the economy are all hugely important issues in our society, environmental is the most important to me because without our environment we have nothing. Most people don't take as great of a concern to the death or even extinction of animals, compared to wars and diseases that are killing millions of people. However, considering the fact that humans need other animals in order to survive and sustain the balance of the Earth, the death of animals affect us too. For example, there has been a decreasing amount of bees in the following year, which most people would probably not be aware of, or care about. Unfortunately, humans rely on bees to pollinate flowers and maintain plant life. Without this, we are unable to live the great lives we life today. Finally, the negative changes in our environment are the largest concern to me because without taking the necessary care to our planet we could wipe out not only our species, but all of them.