On moral grounds, I think that if you believe a certain…
“On moral grounds, I think that if you believe a certain outcome is a very possible outcome, you have an obligation to tell people that. With global warming, the probability of a bad outcome if we stay on our current emission trends is incredibly high. If you know a bad outcome is likely to happen, what right do you have not to communicate that? You go into a doctor's office, what are they going to do - not tell you the diagnosis?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
When evidence shows a serious risk, we have a duty to warn others, especially about climate threats.
In simple terms: Warn others about serious risks.
Key Takeaway
Speak up about likely harms.
Themes
responsibility
ethics
climate change
communication
Mood
urgent
concerned
Type
ethical
advocacy
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- medical consultations
- community meetings
- media interviews
Key Concepts
risk assessment
public duty
science communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance fear and action?
- What barriers stop people from sharing bad news?
A Different Perspective
People may ignore warnings or feel helpless.