Can New Climate Vows and "All of the Above" Co-Exist?

As you undoubtedly heard, climate change was mentioned prominently by President Obama in his second inaugural speech. Greens are applauding the strong words but based on his record (or lack thereof) on the climate issue (some believe he is unfairly maligned), and his lofty (unfulfilled) 2008 promises, many are taking a wait-and-see approach. Meanwhile, what to make of the President's surprising elevation of climate change into the public discourse? Let's game out a few of the possibilities. Fair warning: What follows is a mixed metaphor palooza.One: He's being a cruel tease, like Lucy when she promises Charlie Brown that she won't yank the football away just as he's about to kick it. Charlie Brown always gives Lucy another chance and she always pulls the football back. I'm not that cynical to believe this is what will happen with Obama's latest vows on climate change. Two: He's going to play small ...