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Book: Vision for 2012

by Jim Pinto | from Pinto's Archive


 

For hundreds of years, prophets and priests have forecast the coming decade. Today, most scholars and futurists foresee major upheaval on the horizon which few can deny.

John L. Petersen is head of The Arlington Institute, and a noted futurist. His perspectives on what lies ahead come from having worked in the military, for the National Security Council at the White House, in business, real estate development, advertising, marketing, and the nonprofit world.

In his book, "A Vision for 2012, Planning for Extraordinary Change" John Petersen explains how the world is on the verge of several crises, some of which may occur concurrently to force major changes on society and even civilization as we know it today.

Here are the key shifts, which no one can doubt could happen at any time:

  • Rapid climate change
  • Global financial system breakdown
  • Serious oil shortages
  • A bird-flu pandemic
  • New levels of sophisticated terrorism

Not just an alarmist, John Petersen highlights the coming scientific and technological breakthroughs which may help humankind not just to cope, but to evolve through the immense challenges that lie ahead. Things can be different if we work together to think, plan, and push for change.


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