The IPCC already tried "Apocalyptic Optimism" when it downplayed likely outcomes for climate change hoping that making it seem like there was more time would spur govts into action rather that nihilism. It turns out that capitalism is incapable of dealing with medium and long term issues if doing so affects the bottom line. Who could've known?
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The IPCC already tried "Apocalyptic Optimism" when it downplayed likely outcomes for climate change hoping that making it seem like there was more time would spur govts into action rather that nihilism. It turns out that capitalism is incapable of dealing with medium and long term issues if doing so affects the bottom line. Who could've known?