The lull is ending--the storm beginning--over climate change in the U.S. Congress. And courtesy of Rick Piltz, I’ve come across an extraordinary letter in which a group of distinguished climate researchers address every elected Rep., and set out some principles that, if adhered to (we can always hope), would likely head off any problems. There are many things that are impressive about the letter, including how eloquent and well-written it is. But I was most struck by its use of framing and other communication techniques to open minds that may have been dismissive. In particular, right out of the gate, the scientists emphasize the military and human health implications of climate change:
Our military recognizes that the consequences of climate change have direct security implications for the country that will only become more acute with time, and it has begun the sort of planning required across the board. The health ...
