Discuss the major controversies surrounding climate change. Explain how climate change has impacted U.S. politics.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary. Some scientists dispute the consensus view of climate change. They argue that any observed warming is due largely to natural causes and may not continue into the future. Although this position is rare among scientists, it has been common in the broader community of Americans. A 2017 Gallup poll, for example, revealed that 31 percent of Americans believe either that global warming is due to natural causes or that it does not exist. This number was as high as 46 percent as recently as 2010.?Attitudes toward climate change have become highly politicized. Some commentators on the political right contend that global warming is a giant liberal hoax designed to clear the way for increased government control of the economy and society. At the same time, many on the political left believe that the right-wing refusal to accept the existence of climate change threatens the very future of the human race.
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A. modernization theory B. the survival story C. inclusion D. the political resources curse
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a. the evils of party b. the threat of aristocratic leaders c. the danger of pure democratic rule d. the encroachment of the middle class
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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A. depression B. globalization C. inflation D. protectionism