Counterpunch on nuclear power,

In summary, the conversation from counterpunch discusses the dangers of nuclear power and argues for its complete elimination due to the catastrophic consequences of a potential meltdown. The author also highlights the importance of credible sources like Wikipedia in bringing attention to this issue. However, this conversation has been deemed unreliable and misleading.
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ensabah6
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The following is from counterpunch, and is copyrighted, but here is the link:

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conclusion "Nuclear power here earth, however, not only CAN be eliminated, it MUST be. No community with a nuke should settle for less than total abolition of this dire and eminent threat to their health and well-being.

Most possible "improvements" people talk about will have only a relatively minor effect, if any, on the likelihood that the next nuke to melt down might do so explosively -- blowing the top of the reactor pressure vessel more than a mile into the air, spreading 60 to 100 tons of radioactive poison into the atmosphere, poisoning the landscape for hundreds of miles downwind."
 
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ensabah6 said:
The following is from counterpunch, and is copyrighted, but here is the link:

http://www.counterpunch.org/hoffman06202007.html

conclusion "Nuclear power here earth, however, not only CAN be eliminated, it MUST be. No community with a nuke should settle for less than total abolition of this dire and eminent threat to their health and well-being.

Most possible "improvements" people talk about will have only a relatively minor effect, if any, on the likelihood that the next nuke to melt down might do so explosively -- blowing the top of the reactor pressure vessel more than a mile into the air, spreading 60 to 100 tons of radioactive poison into the atmosphere, poisoning the landscape for hundreds of miles downwind."

Hopefully there will SOON be similar follow up pieces from 'http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Mickey_Mouse.svg" ', or other similarly respectable and carefully referenced sources. Their voices are numerous, but working TOGETHER we can be sure they are heard here in this engineering forum without delay. Edit: corrected format to all caps where appropriate.
 
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As mheslep implied, this is pure, unadulterated crap. Most of it is straightforward lies, the rest just intentionally misleading fearmongering/propaganda.

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Related to Counterpunch on nuclear power,

1. What is Counterpunch on nuclear power?

Counterpunch on nuclear power is a term used to describe the opposition and criticism towards the use of nuclear power as a source of energy.

2. What are the main arguments against nuclear power?

The main arguments against nuclear power include safety concerns, the potential for nuclear accidents, the long-term storage of nuclear waste, and the high cost of building and maintaining nuclear power plants.

3. Is nuclear power harmful to the environment?

Nuclear power does have an impact on the environment, mainly through the production of radioactive waste and the potential for nuclear accidents. However, it also does not produce greenhouse gas emissions, which contribute to climate change.

4. What are the benefits of nuclear power?

The main benefits of nuclear power include its ability to generate large amounts of electricity, its reliability as a source of energy, and its lack of greenhouse gas emissions.

5. Are there any alternatives to nuclear power?

Yes, there are several alternatives to nuclear power, including renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydro power. These sources are becoming increasingly popular as they are more sustainable and have less impact on the environment.

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