[PraetorianGourd]

While I understand your point, this comment is pretty close to trite comments like "downvote me if you want, but..." or "does anyone else..." or even the sinful "first!". It sets a negative tone for everyone else who clicks on the comments, and can immediately put people on the defensive (such as someone who wasn't planning on commenting, but now will to refute your point etc.)

[Rodeoclash]

I don't disagree and it was posted somewhat tongue in cheek. That said, I did hope it might raise some commentary or insight into why Hacker News seems to have such a vocal cohort of posters on climate change related articles. For a community that prides itself of being logical and scientific, I've found it quite surprising how many here go against the scientific consensus on climate change.