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Hybrid
driving DiCaprio takes on global warming
Yesterday,
LEONARDO DiCAPRIO told an Oprah Winfrey audience that
"Global warming is not only the number one
environmental issue that we're facing today, but one of
the most important issues facing all of humanity." (more)
DiCaprio, who has bought several hybrid
vehicles, such as the Toyota
Prius, is working with Dr. Michael Oppenheimer,
Princeton University professor, to promote a new
documentary called Global
Warming.
Unfortunately, while I applaud Mr. DiCaprio, it seems that
much of Middle America just doesn't want to hear this
message coming from Hollywood. Most Americans are willing
to acknowledge the harm that pollution is causing, and I
think even a majority of Americans are even willing to
entertain the idea of global warming. Yet, many Americans
just don't trust the voices coming from Hollywood.
And who can blame them? When the likes of Ben Affleck make
strong political statements, but don't vote, how can they
be taken seriously? Nonetheless, I wish Leo well.
Regardless of whether global warming is real or not,
shouldn't reducing pollution ALWAYS be a goal?
Still, I wish Leo would do more than buy a few hybrid cars
and put together a documentary. When push comes to shove,
Hollywood has money, actors have money. What does the
average American have but a lot of bills?
Start a solar company or an experimental
hybrid car company. Lead a revolution. Don't play
Howard Hughes, be like Howard Hughes.
That's a lot to ask of anyone, but if Hollywood really
wants people to listen, it's going to take a lot more than
a documentary. It's going to take a lot more than songs
like American
idiot.
Still, why shouldn't big energy help with global warming?
When Exxon Mobil can profit $10 billion in one quarter,
while Royal Dutch Shell profits $9 billion in the same
quarter - isn't it time for some corporate responsibility?
(NyTimes)
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