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“Statements about climate trends must be based on, er, trends. Not individual events or occurrences. Weather is not climate, and anecdotes are not statistics.”

Quote by Chris Mooney

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Chris Mooney, born on September 20, 1977, is an accomplished journalist known for his in-depth reporting on science, politics, and the relationship between media and science. He is particularly recognized for his work on climate change and science communication, with his writings frequently appearing in publications such as 'Science', 'Rolling Stone', and 'The Washington Post'. more

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