The Sierra Club's temper-watt?

Ah, the Sierra Club. In its bombastic press release, the self-proclaimed “force of nature” now sounds more like the force of a toddler’s stomping foot, “We will be a force of nature defending our communities and our planet from Trump.” Brace yourselves, folks—this isn't just virtue signaling; This is the virtue of shouting on tambourines and megaphones. Let’s break it down, shall we?

Trump, the supervillain
The Sierra Club begins by declaring that Donald Trump is basically a climate supervillain plotting to destroy the planet while twirling his metaphorical oil-soaked beard. Their evidence? Well, they don't actually offer much. Instead, we get vague claims that he prioritizes “profits over people.” Shocking, I know. Imagine a politician who cares about the economy.

“Donald Trump was a disaster for climate progress in his first term, and everything he has said and done since has shown his desire to do more damage this time. Time and time again, Trump will Putting profits before people, putting the bottom lines of Big Oil CEOs who buy into and pay for their campaigns over communities across the country facing the threat of pollution and the devastating effects of the climate crisis, and seeking to keep us addicted to fossil fuels Instead of investing in a clean energy economy.

But here’s the kicker: U.S. carbon emissions have actually declined during Trump’s presidency. Yes, you heard it right. The horrible, fossil fuel-loving administration has made real, measurable environmental progress, thanks in large part to natural gas replacing coal. Did the Sierra Club mention this? Of course not. Facts have no place in dramatic rants.

litigation addiction
The press release boasted that more than 300 lawsuits had been filed against the Trump administration. three hundred. Let's understand this. This is a legitimate crazy hobby.

“During Trump's first term, we fought tirelessly to fend off his administration's attacks on climate progress and clean air and water, and we are ready to fight again. We will challenge Trump's dangerous proposals in court , continue to pressure banks and large corporations to clean up their act, and mobilize our 64 chapters and millions of members and volunteers across the country to continue making progress at the state and local level.

Picture the Sierra Club offices: stacks of legal briefs, overpriced lattes, and interns frantically Googling “how to sue the EPA.” for what? Many of these lawsuits are not about protecting the environment but about chastising the government. They claim responsibility for the decommissioning of coal plants, but those closures are driven by economics, not litigation. It's like going to a parade, jumping in front of the band, and claiming you led the parade.

Fantasy Economics 101
Let's talk about their love for the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The Sierra Club praised the “millions of new clean energy jobs” it said it would create. Translation: Temporary jobs supported by taxpayer subsidies. Call me cynical, but I'd rather hope jobs don't disappear when Uncle Sam turns off the cash spigot.

Is clean energy “cheaper” than fossil fuels? Of course, as long as you ignore the perks and occasional inconveniences, like nightfall or a quiet day. Meanwhile, your utility bills are climbing, but don't worry—that's just the cost of saving the planet, one unreliable solar panel at a time.

“We are diverse, so we are right”
The Sierra Club couldn't help but add in some virtue signaling, boasting that their sport is “bigger, bolder and more diverse.” Because nothing says effective climate policy like a diversity statement. Look, variety is great, but it doesn't make your ideas any less ridiculous. You can form a rainbow coalition of activists to chant slogans, but that won't keep the lights on on a windless winter night.

The finale of excessive nonsense
Finally, we hear the climactic battle cry: “We will be a force of nature… defending our democracy and critical environmental protections.” This is peak melodrama. “Force of Nature”? Really? Forces of nature don’t complain in press releases or clog courtrooms with frivolous lawsuits. They do get things done.

What we have here is not a force of nature, but a sanctimonious force – a group of people who are more interested in shouting slogans than solving problems. They are too busy congratulating themselves on their righteousness to notice that their policies are driving up energy costs, destroying reliability, and doing little to change the climate.

Conclusion: Less “natural force” and more “meaningless force”
This press release is less a call to action and more a call for funds. It’s a mixture of exaggeration, half-truths and empty gestures, with a dash of smugness thrown in for good measure. If this is the idea of ​​the Sierra Club fighting for the planet, we would all be better off if they went back to their roots and kept hiking.

H/T McClorette

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