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“How reliable are the computer [climate] models on which possible future climates are based? Not very. All will agree that the task of modeling climate is vast, because of the estimates that have to be made and the rubbery quality of much of the data.”

Quote by Don Aitkin

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Don Aitkin, born in 1937, is an accomplished writer whose works span a variety of fields, including history, politics, and literary criticism. Aitkin is known for his in-depth research and unique insights, and his writings have garnered high praise from both academic circles and the general public. more

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