FBB Epilogue

With the conclusion of the book, it is clear that Iverson is making a statement about the human condition. While the entirety of the book focuses on just Rocky Flats and Kristens life, in the Epilogue she speaks of Fukashima, and chernobyl, and the effects they had on the rest of Europe. Here she mentions the japanese government "Japanese officials downplayed the accident. Initially assessed as Level Four..." (page 343)  I think this is more evidence supporting the idea that she is speaking about the awareness of the public, and not just about the dangers of nuclear power. Later in the chapter she mentions Japanese protests to nuclear power, maybe we should follow their lead? I think she is trying to show that its not just the American government thats evil, but its that it is human nature to be passive in these situations.

Because her book is more about the dangers of ignorance and denial I cant help but feel that there needs to be some more thought about nuclear energy. Its an incredibly efficient and clean source of energy if its properly handled. While the radioactive waste will never go away safe storage of it is possible. It can realistically power large infrastructure just like coal or oil. Solar, geo-thermal, and wind power are all very far from being capable of that. If we proceed as Iverson suggests, with critical analysis of the governments procedures, then I think sustainable power could be closer than ever.