Why Don't We Have Nuclear Fusion Power Yet?

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Fusion power is supposed to save us from fossil fuels, so when is nuclear fusion going to be a viable option and why has it been so elusive?

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https://lasers.llnl.gov/science/energy-for-the-future
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