Q112: Quantity – US burning through oil

I really don’t have anything to add to this. Overconsumption is the heart and soul of it. I think this New York Times graphic is a powerful one. It is important to keep ourselves clear on a few facts.
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When you hear a ridiculous ‘argument’ I suggest you say, "No. That is factually incorrect, and I believe that you know that it's factually incorrect."

This simple sentence was brought to you by that erudite Portly Dyke and I am grateful for its utter simplicity.

If each of us could then hold these few statistics from this image, we will have made a case to be proud of. I believe that is called ‘representing’ . . .

Update: I spotted this video at Shakesville, more fun facts can't hurt.