Despite overwhelming global public support for stronger climate action, evidenced by multiple large-scale surveys, policy decisions often move in the opposite direction. This disconnect stems from a phenomenon known as pluralistic ignorance, where the majority underestimates the prevalence of their own views, believing themselves to be a minority. Furthermore, while surveys capture the direction of opinion, elections measure intensity, and a vocal minority with strong convictions on specific issues can exert more political influence than a less intensely motivated majority. AI
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- Forbes
- Peoples’ Climate Vote
- United Nations Development Programme
- United Nations Environment Assembly
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