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Climate Activism Criticized for Ignoring Greater Threats

7/3/2025

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Climate activism in Australia faces criticism for overlooking genuine existential threats like asteroids and supervolcanoes. The fragility of our modern civilization, dependent on intricate systems, makes it susceptible to natural disasters. The author warns that the obsession with climate change diverts attention from these more immediate and perilous dangers.

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Story summary

Climate activism in Australia faces criticism for overlooking genuine existential threats like asteroids and supervolcanoes. The fragility of our modern civilization, dependent on intricate systems, makes it susceptible to natural disasters. The author warns that the obsession with climate change diverts attention from these more immediate and perilous dangers.