I think this is possible. I think it's a little far fetched, but possible none the less. I do like your conclusion though: that we need to help, not rule with an iron fist. Though I suppose the point is that some people think that *is* helping... or they just don't care. Well, that's something else entirely.I'm not terribly worried about it. Frankly I think the environment will be the death of us before Bitcoin. Shall we bet on it -- 1 BTC? ;)