Comment by makeitdouble

> The US has ample land and money

The money part doesn't ring true given the current US political climate. That's not the president you elect when your future looks bright.

> society to thrive

Does society thrive on AI though ? And is the technology better ?

Those are real questions. My answers would be no, we have better use for our resources. If we need to sacrifice for something, at least be it worth it.