“Of course we all know that the human race has historically done better during warm periods. While we've seen a slight warming in the last century, we've also seen a worldwide improvement in the human condition. Warm – what's not to like?”

—  Anthony Watts

The Deadliest U.S. Natural Hazard: Extreme Cold http://wattsupwiththat.com/2008/12/18/the-deadliest-us-natural-hazard-extreme-cold/ December 18, 2008. <br class="br">Other

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