The end of the century truly finds us on a cusp of history. Some people argue that we are poised on the threshold of a new golden age, others foresee calamity. Rather than make specific predictions about personal flying machines or breakfast in a pill, it is more productive to think about the nature of the future.
Stability is one of the most basic aspects of life.
It is the context for all other activities. In stable times, people prosper and proliferate. When times become unstable, human numbers tend to stagnate and fall. I now believe that we are approaching a turning point for the human race. A day will come when members will talk to each other on Emails and Chat programs, most of the meetings will be held through Internet or Video conferencing.