IV:3 While humankind has moved beyond primitive technology, it has not used this technology wisely. Instead of attempting to solve the root causes of hunger and disease, humankind has used technology primarily for profit and destruction. The wealthy have become wealthier and the poor have become poorer—a formula that exacerbates hunger, disease, and oppression and fuels the cycle of violence that ultimately leads to war. The foundation has been laid for technology that can significantly benefit humankind. Yet, those who control these resources do not seem inclined to travel this path. They also seem inexplicably ignorant of the idea that if poverty is eliminated, profits will increase. The human financial term for this is "investment", though such crises should not surpass basic "compassion". Humankind has also done a very poor job of caring for the health of Earth. Many, in fact, engage in the destruction of Earth for the sake of profit. This is shameful. It is also foolish. Destruction of Earth simply adds to the mounting cost of environmental repair. If not repaired, Earth becomes less habitable for humankind.
