Misinformation

Many Americans today are still very skeptical when it comes to whether or not global warming is an actuality or a falsehood. These doubts largely prevent any real work from being done about the environment and are thus dangerous as they make it harder for governments to pass legislation concerning an issue that not everyone agrees to be a real problem. Many people who have large financial stakes at risk as a result of environmental measures often downplay and distort uncovered evidence so as to hinder the passage of preventative measures. This misinformation perpetuated by certain people confuses the public about what truly is happening with the environment and makes it much more difficult for the passage of various standards and regulations which could largely help preserve the environment. For this reason it is necessary that people are educated about the issue and that they are not swept up by the lies and distortions that many people spew out in order protect their other investments. In fact, various news outlets aimed at more conservative viewers, such as Fox News, often use inaccurate statistics and information concerning climate change so raise doubts about this issue and thus protect large businesses owners who would lose profits from increased environmental regulations. One study conducted by the Union of Concerned Scientists found that the information representing climate change science from the Fox New Channel was misleading 93% of the time. Americans need to see past all of the financially-bound interests large corporation owners maintain and realize that they truly are dealing with a large issue that isn’t simply a natural thing but instead that it is entirely a result of our irresponsible actions throughout the years and understand that something needs to be changed to end this pattern.