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How does air pollution affect society?

High gas prices will eliminate the air pollution humans put into the atmosphere.  In past years America has always been the "modern" nation with the hottest, new technology. The profound change, or "revolution", of this new technology has created a pollution and emissions output, changing the natural ways of the planet and creatures that live on it. The main pollution comes from "direct or indirect combustion of fossil energy sources to enable transportation activities (Zia)". America now sees that transportation is a luxury and a necessity. At first America was the main consumer of these new transportation (vehicles, airplanes, etc.), factories, and other objects, but as time passes, other countries' economies become more successful and profitable, giving them the advantage to also buy new technology and stay on the same level as the United States of America. For example, "China already has the biggest economy after the United States and most analysts predict China will become the largest economy in the world this century (EconomyWatch)." With a growing economy, the citizens are able to buy more luxuries and these luxuries output is mostly CO2, the main gas that causes "global warming". Global warming is the process of extra gases (such as CO2) in the atmosphere capturing heat and warming the Earth. This new technology caused a change of temperature and weather extremities, having negative effects on the planet and living creatures.

Though “air pollution is natural (EVsRoll),” the transformation in transportation of humans has been adding to it. This has caused a profound change in the Earth’s atmosphere especially since vehicles and airplanes have become more of a necessity instead of a luxury. The change has become more evident. Vehicles produce more air pollution than any other single human activity. Deforestation is the leading pollutant for a group of people. The mobile emissions and deforestation is “releasing CO2 into the atmosphere (Jenkinson),” which then stays in the atmosphere and captures heat that would otherwise escape the Earth. Once captured, it heats the Earth’s surface, therefore changing weather patterns. All of this happens because of the revolution of necessary energy use and the output of pollution. This revolution has a direct impact on the Earth, but an indirect impact on the life. Animals, insects, and humans are all effected by the pollution and weather changes.

It doesn’t matter where the living creature is, weather extremities or health hazards created by the pollution can always reach it. That is one of the main problems with pollution in the air. The weather extremities reach every part of the Earth and force animals to adapt. "A large number of ancient mass extinction events have been strongly linked to global climate change (Bailey)," which suggests that global warming has been around for a while the changes caused by it made more extinct and endangered animals and plants. Global warming has especially effected the polar bears of the Earth. In government studies, they have found that it's possible that "two-thirds of the world's polar bears could disappear by 2050 [because] global warming continues to melt the Arctic's sea ice (Roach)." Because of the uncontrollable and ever-changing temperature rise, the polar bears habitat, the ice caps, are melting and the bears no longer have a safe place away from predators or a place to rest.

Not only does pollution cause harmful weather extremities that threaten lives of inhabitants, but it is also a concern for health hazards to humans, animals, plants, and any others inhabiting the world. These hazards made by pollution affect kids more than adults because of their body size and the amount of time the spend outside (Bailey). How exactly does pollution in the air affect humans, you may ask? We "breathe about two gallons of air every minute (Bailey)." The toxins and extra gases can take off 1 to 2 years of the normal life span. They can affect almost any part of a persons body: skin, ears, eyes, skeletal muscular system, respiratory system, circulatory system, and internal organs such as abdominal and intestinal problems (Kimani 3). With these sought out and grueling studies, "environmental pollution [is linked] to public health (Kimani 12)." Pollution that has been sped up with human help has and still is causing hazards for living creatures and the Earth's surface.

The living creatures have been affected by air pollution before humans realized what was happening. Studies have found that "acute illness and premature death (Kleinman)," were associated with severe pollution episodes in London, Penn., Donora, and New York. These are not the only pollution episodes to happen and many end with death. Air pollution has taken lives and caused physical and internal sickness throughout nations, but especially in big, busy cities. Because of the business and extra pollution output in big cities, the air becomes dirtier and unhealthier to breathe; the aerosol and sulfuric acid in the air literally enter into the lungs and damage the inside causing "4,000 premature, or 'excess', deaths in the London population (Kleinman)." Finally realizing that air pollution affected everyone in the world, the government began the process of the Clean Air Act in 1955 and was "the first federal legislation involving air pollution (EPA)". Because of the affects and damages that pollution had created, the government decided to get involved and established a program with the "U.S. Public Health service and authorized research into techniques for monitoring and controlling air pollution(EPA)." The Act was more like several acts and improved government and federal involvement throughout the years.

Though the government became more involved and put money into research and conservation, it didn't fix the problem; it barely changed the way humans see air pollution. What the government didn't realize was that everyone is responsible for air pollution. The issue is an individual and personal problem. It is a problem for the world as a whole. The issue keeps going and going because individuals become more and more dependent on new technology that produces the output of pollution and CO2. Cars (the most common output of CO2) "has had a huge impact on our lifestyle (EPAV)." But because of our high achievements and success, our standards of living and life has risen. Americans paved the way to this expectation of transportation and "the largest group of American car owners [are households with three or more cars] (Agent009)." Car companies, who are mainly responsible for selling these "death hazards", have tried to curb the output by making electric cars. This brought on a short lived revolution of these small and efficient cars. Because of the modification and no gasoline, the cars "produce less pollution... so they are an environment friendly alternative (Brain)." Though it seems this would help the atmosphere infinitely, the car is expensive and takes up too much time to recharge for busy people that drive around a lot. Because of this dilemma, electric cars did not sell well and only rich, environmentalists usually get them. This problem has not been solved by the government or environmentalists and still affects the people, animals, and plants of the world.

====To do what the government failed to do in the past and stop the air pollution, we must have high gas prices. High gas prices will eliminate the air pollution humans put into the atmosphere. America started the revolution of this “transportation” pollution, but the affects grow as countries grow economically and new technology is found. The world was not created to support the lives of people living like Americans, and though culture change usually progresses the nations into unity, the spread of American culture is killing our atmosphere and the living things inside it. But because more economies are growing, they believe they must have the same and sometimes more luxuries than the people living the “American dream” have. Even in UK, there is a car company called American Dreams, who “provide the biggest and best American limousines of the highest standard (American Dream Cars).” Though it seems the revolution would be transportation or something with the economy, it would really be about the air pollution it has created. This is because the pollution is causing the negative affects on the society and the people directly, and not cars. Because these companies are making the American dream a reality in many other countries, more and more pollution is released and affects every nation even they are not familiar with cars or even people: like Antarctica. To control this output and the global warming sensation it has created, all car companies should raise the prices of vehicles. Once the prices are raised, less people will be able to afford more than one car, and/or must resort to carpooling or using a bus, which “produces 95% less carbon monoxide and nearly 50% less carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxide per passenger mile than a private vehicle does (Smith).” In conclusion, reducing the amount of people able to own a car, less pollution will be put into the air and the negative affects are able to be reversed. ====

To implement higher prices on vehicles and gas, every company must be on board. “Higher gas prices improve the economics for buying hybrids and Ev (Krebs).” Because gas prices become higher and more people will like the idea of electric cars, electric car companies will be the most on board with this idea. The benefits to the electric car companies are the use of their products and more profits than they’ve had before. Luxury cars will always have a spot in the United States, but that’s where we should keep them and only the top money makers should be allowed to buy these cars. The luxury cars are already the most expensive cars and some are even very rare. With that in mind, those car companies are already on board with having exclusiveness. Though the number of gasoline fueled cars will lessen, the luxury of well known and expensive cars will be easily bought by celebrities, owners of well-off business, and other successful people. With these people willing to pay for the gas prices, the companies supplying the gas will also agree to this idea, even if it does take a little convincing. This plan will be implemented through the gas and car companies with statistics and persuasion.

The problems brought forth by air pollution are change in tempereature and weather which leads to forced adaption (which leads to endangered and possibly extinct species), and public health hazards. By stopping the use of unnecessary vehicular use and the output of CO2 that comes with it, the atmosphere will start to slowly return to it’s normal capacity of CO2 and other emission’s produced. With the normal capacity, habitats will also return to normal, i.e. the ice caps will stop melting and give polar bears a secure home again, 4 seasons will be restored to the normal latitudes on the globe. Also, with pollution in the air gone, the life expectancy of a person will become 1 to 2 years longer since humans will no longer be breathing in toxins and unnecessary gas. Every part of the body will be in better health than when air pollution circled throughout the human being’s system. Getting rid of vehicular use and pollution, animals, insects, plants, and humans will be in a more safe, secure, and healthier environment.

Every person, creature, or plant will benefit from the plan of cutting down the use of emission-producing cars. Animals will no longer be forced to adapt. No longer having to adapt at unnecessary and random times and live in an environment they are not used to help the species avoid extinction. Humans will live longer and have a healthier lifestyle. Luxury car companies and electric car companies will have a higher profit with all the people wanting that type of vehicle. Gas companies will also have a higher profit because of the luxury cars being gas guzzlers and because they are able to raise their prices. Every living thing and even the atmosphere and Earth itself will benefit from this plan.

The most direct benefit of lessening the car use will be a more effective way to stop air pollution and global warming compared to past efforts. This is because the efforts in the past were not veiwing the problem as a whole. Not everyone participated in the attempts from before and therefore, the little changes did nothing in return. The Clean Air Acts may have been put into effect but did not do much since they were more like guidelines instead of actual laws. With the raising of gas and vehicle prices, the people might not be happy at first but they will be involved because they will be cutting down on car rides and carpooling with friends, family, or just the city bus. Also, the people will be more conservative in buying new cars and most likely go for the electric car. In a sense, it’ll be Earth Day everyday.

Not everybody would agree that this is the best way to stop pollution, though. "The more expensive gasoline is, the less popular the president tends to be (Sommer)." Gas prices seem to have a relation with the politicians world and is usually a negative reflection on the president. Barack Obama (the current president) especially gets in the middle of this predicament because of the tensions in Iran and other countries. With these tension, the price of oil has risen 22% in just the last six months (Sommer). The people judge his actions through everything going on in the country of the United States. Since it is the presidents job to either keep the peace or establish superiority, the oil situation makes the people of America blame Obama for not doing the job he was elected to do. He has taken a stand by telling the politicians that the Americans protection must become higher and of more importance (Mason). But saying that has not convinced opinionated republicans which have recently turned his past words on him. With his own words against him, the president feels even more stress. The president has the whole country on his shoulders and the predicament of oil just adds more stress, tension, and blame on him.

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 14px;">The more the president relies on luck or "possibilities" that might not work out, the deeper the U.S. gets into problems. The president may have tension and stress riding on his butt, but he is able to take this problem and turn it around, and if not change people's mind. Obama is in top chair right now and has the powers of persuasion (with evidence, of course). Even the republicans against Obama agree that he has all the tools to stop manipulation in the oil market (Mason). What most of the people do not know is that the U.S. has a lot of oil to offer, coming from the U.S. and not any other country. The president has the power over the oil and he should release it from the U.S. emergency reserves in order to stop the purchase of speculative oil if he is really that desperate (Mason). Obama needs not to worry about his political fortunes of popularity because, if he does his job and help make a more safe and prosperous America, Obama will be remembered as a great man and political fortunes will be through the roof. Obama should stand up for the country and get straight to the point on this problem.

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 14px;">With all of the tools to make a better America, President Obama should not care for high gas prices. If anything, he should focus on all the other, more important problems that America has encountered and now has to face. The economy does not revolve around gas prices but around the war in Afghanistan and how the people in America are spending money. Though presidency is practically a popularity contest, Obama does need to sound like he is on top of every situation, but he is still only human and must focus on the main predicaments America is in now. If Obama only focused on high gas prices, then our economy would get absolutely no where, even thought we would like to think it would fix all of our problems. With Obama's power and connections, he is able to work on this situation on the side without focusing all his attention. The president should not care for the high gas prices because he has other problems to worry about and take care of.

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 14px;">Agreeing with the president, any person who is bent on budget would disagree with high gas prices. High gas price are damaging to anyone on a budget. Many people have been hit hard by the recent economy fall and now have to live "paycheck to paycheck (Kevin)." Gas is at least a weekly necessity and for some, 2-3 times a week. With higher gas prices, people will adjust all aspects of their lives (Kevin)." This is because "rising gasoline prices are often associated with an increase in the cost of living (Sommer)." If someone is in a really bad financial situation and the gas prices once again raise, they may have to do without luxury items that once were an everyday, normal thing they used to use (Kevin). Not only must these people cut back on luxury items, but they must also cut back on some of the necessities, i.e. clean clothes and groceries. Because these people who must save up for gas cannot afford healthy food with all the nutrients they need, they either don't eat as much or opt for the unhealthy, cheap food that is not good for their bodies. These people are more likely to have malnutrition or diabetes (obesity). High gas prices damage a person on a budget mentally and physically.

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 14px;">It is a person's responsibility to take care of one's self. It is their decision on what to eat and what to buy for themselves and they are responsible for getting through the challenges thrown their way. This being, when gas prices are raised, people //should// adjust their lives. Adjusting their habits open up a new side of life to them and teach other, good habits that can help them in the near and far future. This includes new forms of transportation and energy use, and helping local food (NoDebtPlan). Most people are by themselves when they drive, but that puts more vehicles on the road and more time spent in traffic (NoDebtPlan). Once high gas prices enter the economy, people with budgets will seek alternative transportation, i.e. carpooling and buses. By carpooling in a normal sedan (sits 7 people), 75% of gasoline is saved on those commutes (NoDebtPlan). Not only does this reduce air pollution but its also saves money as well. People on a budget should actually want higher gas prices so they feel the stress of saving money and become more efficient in financial situations.

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 14px;">Then there are gas station owners. You would think the owner's of American gas stations would love high gas prices, but they don't. High gas prices means more competition between stations. More of this competition means it's easier to lose money instead of making money. An owner wants to keep costumers attention and interest and to do this they must hold their prices down. But if competition raises one or two cents, the your gas station can take a $200 hit in profits (Hamill). This hit is only in one day and can keep increasing and increasing. As the hit increases, the profit decreases and could possibly run the gas station out of business (Hamill). Also, when people start carpooling, meaning more than one person to one car, there are less vehicles to fill up. With less vehicles, there is less profit because there may be more than enough gas. The raising of gas prices will cause gas station owners to suffer horribly.

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 14px;">Higher prices mean a higher profit in the world of vehicle gas, if one knows how to handle it. Just because gas prices go up does not mean people will stop driving their own vehicles or getting gas altogether. People have become too dependent to quit using vehicles as a form of transportation. Though numbers in gas prices are disquieting, they don't affect costumer sentiment (NYT). This means the necessity of gas over powers the price and most people will keep paying for gas as the price rises. Also, when people start to carpool, they use bigger vehicles that need more gas to run. Therefore, the loss of extra vehicles on the road is replaced by the gain of filling up vehicles more often than before. Since the economy has been unsuccessful and the stocks are horrible and many people have lost their jobs, there is less money to spend on gas. This could possibly be a good thing for the economy. Gas prices may correct themselves in the near future but they also might keep climbing. If the gas prices get high enough, the money will spill over into the stocks and economy (NYT). This gives the economy money to circulate within old and new businesses. When the businesses are successful, more jobs are kept and created and adding money into the economy. All these new employed people, they become more lenient in spending money on gas. Gas station owners would profit extremely will due to high gas prices.

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif; font-size: 14px;">With CO2 circulating throughout the air, all organisms are in harms way. Global warming causes weather changes that destroy the habitats of animals, insects, and plants, forcing them to change their natural ways. This forced adaption causes more and more endangered and extinct organisms, wiping out their once stable populations. But we must remember that humans are also endangered when we do nothing to stop the air pollution. Anyone with cystic fibrosis has an even harder time to breathe in the dirty air and healthy, regular people can develop internal illness and disease from the polluted air, especially since every minute, a human breathes about 2 gallons of air. Air is one of our main sources of life and we must keep it clean to live. To reduce the deathly pollution, gas prices must be high. High gas prices will eliminate unnecessary use of inefficient cars and the CO2 that is released.Without this excessive CO2 being put in the air, the pollution rate will slow and possibly stop altogether. The rate of extinction will slow because forced adaption is no longer necessary and the lifespan of a human could lengthen about 2 years. Anyone on a budget would disagree and say that high gas prices could ruin their life in this bad economy, but it's actually easy to adjust their lives. Carpooling not only reduces about 75% of gasoline used but saves numerous people money. Also, money from the high gas prices may eventually spills over to stocks and the economy. So instead of back tracking the economy, high gas prices would actually help the country get back on track financially and give money to circulate. The president would object no matter what because his popularity automatically decreases and the blame is all on him. But if lets the money spill over and the economy gets back on track he will be known as the president that saved our economy. Once the economy is better he can focus on other, more important problems and his popularity growth. To help this generation, the next generation, and every generation after that to have a healthier and longer life, we must stop this air pollution being put in the air. "The health effects of air pollution imperil human lives. This fact is well-documented (Johnson)." Before this generation, and after our generation, air pollution will only endanger all species of the Earth.

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