How willing people are to change their behavior on climate issues is often determined by their political preferences. Thus, it is unlikely that information campaigns will change the behavior of enough people.

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Pro: People's political views are very hard to change. Most people see them as part of who they are, so when somebody challenges them, they are likely to respond emotionally, rather than rationally.

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How willing people are to change their behavior on climate issues is often determined by their political preferences. Thus, it is unlikely that information campaigns will change the behavior of enough people.

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People's political views are very hard to change. Most people see them as part of who they are, so when somebody challenges them, they are likely to respond emotionally, rather than rationally.

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How willing people are to change their behavior on climate issues is often determined by their political preferences. Thus, it is unlikely that information campaigns will change the behavior of enough people.

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People's political views are very hard to change. Most people see them as part of who they are, so when somebody challenges them, they are likely to respond emotionally, rather than rationally.