Re: "It's time for a change" [Letter, Village News, 6/19/14]

I agree with Ms. Assad. It is “Time for a change,” however we disagree on the change. I argue it is time for this country and this world to disavow the extreme, emotional environmentalism of Ms. Assad.

Monsanto has immeasurably improved the lot of man, as have other corporations which Ms. Assad so comfortably demonizes.

Is she really asking us to step away from the improved healthcare, food supply, and other aspects of our lives brought by innovation and effort? Improvements which stand as testament to man’s never-ending quest to make his life better.

Ms. Assad, your view of life is pure folly and we’ve listened to and allowed you and your allies to control us for far too long. Complete the XL, recognize “global warming/change” for what it is, an inevitable force which man cannot stand against.

We must continue to use the resources given to us in a responsible manner to improve life for everyone.

Robert C. Johnson