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“So anyone who says that we shouldn’t act on climate change because of uncertainty is really inviting you to ride towards a brick wall at 80 km/h because it might not hurt. [Do] you feel lucky?2” quote by Dave Levitan
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““So anyone who says that we shouldn’t act on climate change because of uncertainty is really inviting you to ride towards a brick wall at 80 km/h because it might not hurt. [Do] you feel lucky?2””

Dave Levitan

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Denial of climate action due to uncertainty is reckless, like speeding toward a wall blindly.

In simple terms: Uncertainty isn’t excuse for in action

Key Takeaway

Act on climate now

Themes

climate change uncertainty risk

Mood

urgent alarming

Type

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When to use this quote

  • environmental activism
  • public health

Key Concepts

policy science responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks do we ignore when we wait for certainty?
  • How can we act responsibly amid uncertainty?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring risk invites disaster

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