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Neil deGrasse Tyson accuses Trump of science denialism in savage tweet

Neil DeGrasse Tyson accused the president of not knowing what science is.

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President Donald Trump is likely to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord this week, and Neil deGrasse Tyson—along with most people who understand the reality of climate change—is not happy.

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Rather than dismantling Trump’s decision in one of his legendary tweet-storms, Tyson had a succinct reply:

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The Paris Climate Accord is an international agreement to combat climate change. If America leaves, there’s a concern that other countries will follow suit, marking the end to realistic attempts to stave off environmental catastrophe.

H/T Huffington Post

 
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