Certainly one would be the continuing threat to the world's natural environment. Recent studies reveal the gradual disappearance of amphibians that are sensitive to atmospheric changes. Amid all of our technological progress, we continue to pollute the air we breathe. Temperatures in the Antarctic are higher than ever, reflecting the global warming trend and all that it portends. China's pollution affects Japan and Japan s pollution affects China and the rest of Asia.
Nations can no longer ignore the environmental problems of their neighbors.
Unfortunately, my generation has made little progress in meeting our most pressing environmental challenges. We look to you to continue the work that we have been unable to finish. We also look to you to apply your knowledge to other issues, such as the growing gap between the rich and poor. America has experienced great prosperity over the past four years. Every day the list of new millionaires grows longer.