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In reply to the discussion: The goal was to make wind politically "toxic,"... [View all]kristopher
(29,798 posts)...you get your information from rightwing sources. I mean, you did notice the hostile responses your comments have elicited, didn't you?
On substance, no, I'm sorry. I do not accept your definition of subsidies, nor of how the need for subsidies should be determined. Since I have it handy, let me provide you a comprehensive analysis of one area that you've stated does not receive subsidies: nuclear. Doug Koplow is a top analyst on the topic of subsidies. If you give this report a careful read, I think you'll learn a lot.
NUCLEAR POWER: Still Not Viable without Subsidies
http://www.ucsusa.org/assets/documents/nuclear_power/nuclear_subsidies_report.pdf
If you wish to expand your horizon, I'd urge you to examine the historical record and the total amount of subsidies the various industries have received over their lifetime.
I'd also suggest you consider the need to explain why a desirable emerging technology should NOT receive favorable market treatment that will enable it to displace obsolete and socially undesirable technologies. Or are you in favor of the government effecting such needed changes by fiat?