Americas' Energy Resources

Here are my thoughts, and personal views on energy production in America, and the damage to the nuclear power station in Japan recently.
Opponents of nuclear power speak of the danger of nuclear power plants. I agree that they pose a serious risk to people and the environment because of the risk (however small) of meltdown, explosion, and the inherent danger of nuclear waste material. However, I feel that many things in our daily life pose a danger to us, and with a higher probability or risk as well.
The security of any nation can be linked to its energy dependence. We in America are truly blessed by God, with abundant natural resources, and a high level of scientific and technical knowledge. I think of the Japanese empire in the 1930's, and its nearly total dependency on raw material and energy imports. That fact alone, was one of the major reasons for Japan attacking Pearl Harbor, and World War Two in the Pacific.
America needs large amounts of dependable, and inexpensive energy to operate and maintain our lifestyle. We truly cannot afford to put artificial limits on our energy production. I feel we need to drill for oil here in America (Alaska too!), and continue mining for coal and natural gas. AND we also need to promote investment and exploration of solar, wind and other renewable sources of energy.
We are so blessed as a nation, and I feel we can have a greater measure of energy Independence, and a clean environment! So, don't fear, but trust in God, and take pride in America!