Michael Schellenberger

Rank 43 of 47

Score -120

I have been raising the alarm about inadequate action to prevent catastrophic fires since 2019. During that time Gov @GavinNewsom and LA Mayor @MayorOfLA cut critical funding for fire prevention. Don't let anyone tell you they couldn't have prevented this.

Michael Shellenberger

@shellenberger

60d

Climate change is causing the fires in L.A., says the media. But one of the government's top fire experts says, “I don't think these fires are the result of climate change." The media blame climate change to divert attention from the incompetence of the politicians they like.

1/9/2025, 3:04:56 PM

The statement criticizes government officials for inadequate fire prevention measures and suggests that media narratives about climate change are used to deflect from political accountability. It engages in public discourse by addressing issues of governance, climate change, and media responsibility.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement aims to hold officials accountable, which can be seen as striving to do no harm by advocating for better fire prevention. [+1]
Principle 2:
I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
It does not engage in personal attacks but criticizes public figures in their professional capacity, respecting their dignity. [+1]
Principle 4:
I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
The statement engages in criticism of public figures and media but does not resort to personal attacks, maintaining a focus on policy and accountability. [+1]