Providing a much needed voice of sanity in the midst of growing hysteria,
Pope Benedict pours some cold water on the doomsday prophets of "global warming."
"Humanity today is rightly concerned about the ecological balance of tomorrow.
"It is important for assessments in this regard to be carried out prudently, in dialogue with experts and people of wisdom, uninhibited by ideological pressure to draw hasty conclusions, and above all with the aim of reaching agreement on a model of sustainable development capable of ensuring the well-being of all while respecting environmental balances.
"If the protection of the environment involves costs, they should be justly distributed, taking due account of the different levels of development of various countries and the need for solidarity with future generations.
"Prudence does not mean failing to accept responsibilities and postponing decisions; it means being committed to making joint decisions after pondering responsibly the road to be taken."
Al Gore, please take note.
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