(The UK government considered
the temporary nature of these powers crucial; there existing a genuine fear Holyrood might try to hold further referendums, for example following an election victory in May 2016).
As many
of us cope with the results
of Hurricane Sandy, whether awaiting the return
of power, finding gasoline, wondering how to get to and from work, worrying about parents and other family members who are stranded, dealing with displacement
of a
temporary or permanent
nature, or some combination
of these, it is a time for reflection on the fragility
of our modern lives and our genuine interdependence.