Climate Quote by Dennis Miller
![“There's a lot of differing data [about global warming], but as far as I can gather, over the last hundred years the temperature on this planet has gone up 1.8 degrees. Am I the only one who finds that amazingly stable? I could go back to my hotel room tonight and futz with the thermostat for three…” quote by Dennis Miller](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c11/dennis-miller-1315_data_there-s-a-lot-of-differing-data-about-gl_140331.jpg)
“There's a lot of differing data [about global warming], but as far as I can gather, over the last hundred years the temperature on this planet has gone up 1.8 degrees. Am I the only one who finds that amazingly stable? I could go back to my hotel room tonight and futz with the thermostat for three to four hours. I could not detect that difference.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast, Dennis Miller, 2023
He notes a small global temperature rise over a century, questions its stability, and jokes about adjusting a thermostat.
In simple terms: Temperature rose 1.8°C; he finds it oddly stable.
Key Takeaway
Recognize subtle climate changes despite perceived stability.
Themes
climate
perception
science
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
scientific
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy discussions
- educational outreach
- personal environmental actions
Key Concepts
global warming
data interpretation
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does perception affect climate action?
- What evidence counters perceived stability?
A Different Perspective
Small temperature changes can have large impacts; complacency is risky.
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