By the time this project is stopped, loads of money will have been wasted. Building this bridge doesn't confront the real problem, which is that Sicily has a transport system from the Middle Ages that you'd have trouble finding anywhere else in Europe. This money should be spent elsewhere. |
It is clear that this bridge will never be built, but the government wants to begin the work as soon as possible so they can tell everybody what a good job they are doing. |
It is time that President Bush undertakes a radical review of the proper position on climate change and the consequences of the energy policy of the United States. |