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It doesn't matter what I say, you're hysteria has overcome your bungee cord connection to fact. For the record, I'm a liberal Democrat. It's become increasing clear that the scientific community - although fractured - is not entirely comfortable with the idea of anthropogenic global warming. While the jury is still out, it's important to not hand down a legislative sentence that is sure to effect world food prices, increase poverty and to be most hurtful to developing economies. You imply that too many scientists are shilling for oil companies. As I scientist, try getting a research grant without swearing allegiance to Al Gore's apocalyptic vision of climate circumstances.