The random political thoughts thread (Part Deux)

[scaeagles]

Originally Posted by mousepod

I'm a skeptic.

This is a good thing. The major thing that scares me is that there seems to be little tolerance of skeptics on the issue of man caused global warming.

Originally Posted by Al Gore, as quoted in the article from his new book

We must stop tolerating the rejection and distortion of science. We must insist on an end to the cynical use of pseudo-studies known to be false for the purpose of intentionally clouding the public's ability to discern the truth.

It would seem as if he would consider anyone who disagrees with his science as someone who distorts.

[sleepyjeff]

Originally Posted by scaeagles

This is a good thing. The major thing that scares me is that there seems to be little tolerance of skeptics on the issue of man caused global warming.

Some say it's a religon

[wendybeth]

There are accusations on both sides of the fence regarding distortions. I think skepticism is healthy, but a distrust of big business is healthier. I work from a distrusting viewpoint, and I have less reason to distrust Gore than I do persons such as the author of the article cited by Scaeagles. This is not to say I completely trust Gore, but I have less reason to question his motivation than some mouthpiece for the energy companies.

[wendybeth]

Well, well- what a surprise: Bush commutes Libby's sentence.

I guess this would be an example of compassionate conservatism. Just think- Paris Hilton served more time than Scooter.