It has been said that every complex problem has simple, easy-to-explain wrong answers. There has been a great divide between scientific findings and political will in the roughly 20 years that the public has been aware of global warming. What are we to do? Is the problem about editing scientific research for political expediency and commercial gain? The people who make snow for the ski slopes in Park City, Utah know that their diesel engines burn lots of fuel to make snow, but what can they do about it? Hollywood’s The Day After Tomorrow brought public attention to the issue, but was it a greater disservice by making it too damn dramatic and sexy? The inspiring work and dedication of several key players is considered here, including pioneering journalist Ross Gelbspan, White House whistleblower Rick Piltz and writer/activist Bill McKibben.  TWH