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I think that the polar extremes are the only logical result of inserting politics into what should be an apolitical issue. While the results of scaremongering about global warming may be beneficial in the long run (increased consciousness of our effect on the environment is always a good thing), I think that the hijacking of the scientific process is harmful. Science is never about consensus (there's no polling, for instance). The debate is never over in science. In fact, it is the antithesis of science. The scientific process is continuous. Science is constantly looking for better explanations for natural phenomena. It is highly likely that with improved technology, in 100 years scientists may find a completely different and totally acceptable explanation for global warming (or gravity, for that matter).


I think that, as a nation, generally speaking, we're narssicists. We're only moved by something if we fear that it will affect our lives or livelihood. This is why the global warming scaremongering has taken hold. The only way to instill the "civic duty" is to start with our children in our educational system.