We are the consumer and as such we have the power to change the world. But if it is an inconvenience we just sit back and expect some legislation to protect our standard of living.
Sure nobody wants to loose their home but hey, I lost mine after Katrina and I survived just fine. Simplify your life, stay home and get to know your neighbors.
I think we need a major shift in attitude, not just more holes poked in the ground. We really need to stop being energy sluts more than we need new sources imho.