Pop quiz

 Somebody read "All the King's Men."

The problem with climate change is the disconnect between action and impact. If politicians vote against construction standards and a school collapses, the next election will be their last. But with climate change, cause and effect are at a vast distance.

What's the clue?

1. No points will be awarded for correct answers.
2. Quote from NYTimes op-ed by Nate Lowentheil.