However, I'm not actually advocating raping our planet, since that's somewhat of a strong phrase, merely that we might want to date rape it somewhat. We're all sickened when we see beer bottles in rivers and trash on the roadsides. However, sometimes it is irresponsible to care too much about something, yes, even planets. But, realistically, nature has always been able to care for itself. Humans on the other hand, apparently need welfare and charity, as well as the occasional kick in the collective groin to get us going where we should, and if that takes me throwing my Wendy's bag onto the highway instead of into a specially designated trash receptacle, then so be it.
Humanity is worth at least that.