Assignment problem: This is a quote from an November 27, 2017 article on nbcnews:
"Haven't you noticed the recent rise in irregular weather patterns? This is not just a man-made problem. Gradual slight variations in the Earth's orbit around the Sun can strongly influence temperature extremes. This is important because the conversation around climate change has become so politicized; we've totally lost sight of the science"
Using your knowledge from this class, critically analyse this statement. Do you agree or disagree with that statement? (Within your argumentation, make sure to explain the scientific concepts mentioned within this paragraph).