Will 2012 Decide Our Fate?

We are already in 2012...the year the Mayan Calendar says there is going to be a big event, possibly the apocalypse?

Aside from that misunderstood tidbit that people twist around so much, is 2012 are pivotal year for humanity. Well, let us take a look at the big topics, issues and decisions that will need to have an answer this year.

1. European Debt Crisis -> the ever growing debt of several countries in the EU have caused somewhat of a crisis in the world market, most notably Greece. The EU must decide on an answer this year or the problem, if not already, will be too big to solve for the EU, possibly spelling it's end, or at least the end for some of the countries.

2. Iran -> the escalating threat of Iran is almost at a tipping point. Israel is strongly hinting of attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, while the U.S. and other nations keep shoving sanctions down Iran's throat with little avail. Meanwhile, China and Russia kind of just want to let Iran run wild. If Israel does end up attacking Iran in the coming months, then who knows. We could end up with another WW in the Middle East with Egypt and Syria already imploding on themselves, too. Attacking Iran will definitely set off worldwide fears and could possible end up in another, larger-scaled all out war, which hopefully if that does happen will not involve China or Russia. If they get involved, then WWIII will be on the horizon. Let's hope not

3. Climate Change -> Yes, the debatable topic of climate change. So many republicans deny climate change even though the science is right in front of their faces, kind of sad. This year will be the hinge year that will decide if we take steps to improve our climate, or make no changes and let the problem escalate. Already the effects can be seen throughout the world today, it is just a matter of countries coming together willing to come up with effective, drastic solutions. 2012 will definitely be an important year for us deciding whether we will do something, or let it get worse. It has come to a point where we can see and measure what is going on, and more accurately predict what will happen in the future.

4. President -> The presidential elections are this year in case you didn't know already. This will set the stage for the next 4 years for our country. The economy is doing better, but still is not where it should be. Unemployment is slowly lowering, but is still high. Our debt is over $14 trillion, too. This year will decide who tackles the problem of the growing deficit and debt. The people need to elect the right person who will balance the budget, spend under deficit, and lower the debt. If the elected president does not, than we are in for a bumpy ride for our future and it will eventually end up in disaster.