No, I'm not ready for $7/g gas prices. A lot of people will be hurt by it. The well off can make minor changes to their lifestyles and not be bothered, but those on the lower end of the economic scale will find life very difficult. It's not just the cost to fill up the tank, but the cost of everything that's transported by trucks, trains, ships, and planes will cost more as they pass on the cost of fuel. I take no glee in anticipating the rise in fuel prices as it will cause more harm to the poor. Higher gas prices will spur the development of alternative forms of energy when it makes economic sense. But in the meantime, people are going to have to decide whether to put gas in their cars or pay for health insurance, or buy more expensive food.

2008 Galaxy Gray Honda Civic Hybrid