Yes, we as a nation have. I assume you mean by that that those of us who voted for Bush are somehow in a different position than the rest of the nation but it just ain't so. No matter, we, as the United States of America have missed the boat (for now anyway) when it comes to being the leader in developing alternate energy.
No, what he means is that we're all in the same position, yes, but thanks to those of you who voted for bush, and we don't appreciate your generosity in spreading the credit around, but thanks anyway.