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It's disheartening to read some of the comments here. Scientists are basically saying "we're not sure if it's going to be a disaster or a catastrophe", and some
by nharada 7y ago
It's disheartening to read some of the comments here. Scientists are basically saying "we're not sure if it's going to be a disaster or a catastrophe", and some folk's response seems to be "see! scientists don't know! why should we listen to them?"
- viburnum 7y agoSome people will do anything to change the subject when the subject makes them uncomfortable. Better to quibble about models than to confront the disaster.
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- jimmydddd 7y agoI agree it's disheartening. But I think a contributor to these responses is that activists are always saying everything is 100% settled, because SCIENCE (see, e.g., Bill Nye). Then the doubters see that the models are complex, use different criteria, and diverge by differeing amounts. The activists lose credibility, and hurt their cause. I think a more nuanced message would be better received.