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Judith Curry aims to turn inflammatory debate of 'climategate' into reasoned online discussions to rebuild trust with the public

On the Credibility of Climate Research, Part II: Towards Rebuilding Trust: Judith Curry

No one really believes that the “science is settled” or that “the debate is over.” Scientists and others that say this seem to want to advance a particular agenda. There is nothing more detrimental to public trust than such statements.

Yesterday: EPA Chief Goes Toe-To-Toe With Senate GOP Over Climate Science - NYTimes.com

"The science behind climate change is settled, and human activity is responsible for global warming," Jackson told the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. "That conclusion is not a partisan one."

They call this a consensus?

"Only an insignificant fraction of scientists deny the global warming crisis. The time for debate is over. The science is settled."

So said Al Gore ... in 19[-freaking-]92. Amazingly, he made his claims despite much evidence of their falsity.

Congressional Performance - Rasmussen Reports™

Only 10% of voters say Congress is doing a good or excellent job.

- Bishop Hill blog - Cartoons by Josh

Resident cartoonist, Josh, has started a dedicated website for his climate related work. See it here.