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Originally Posted by CliffFletcher
Science requires scepticism, resisting irrational impulses, and a willingness to challenge norms. As environmentalism evolves into a kind of secular religion (which we are seeing already), it loses those essential scientific qualities in favour of piety, conformity, and the comforts of simple moralistic thinking. Dissent is quashed with shaming, while complex interactions and trade-offs are dismissed in favour of the most simplistic course of action.
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While I agree somewhat - there are many silly environmentalists - many of the most moral, pious, and satisfied people I know are scientists and environmentalists. They're certainly not into shaming and definitely do not resemble your caricature.