[baxtr]

They could have tried at least. It’s just not a clever thing to do from a communication perspective.

[WJW]

Then communicate better, like turbinerneiter just did. Something not making intuitive sense for the uninitiated does not suddenly make it a good idea.

[baxtr]

That’s a good point. That said I wasn’t convinced by the 1% argument. Europe needs all power it can scramble for the next 2 coming winters.

[arrrg]

You are misjudging the mood regarding nuclear power in Germany completely. You would have to expend so much political capital to keep those running, it‘s simply not worth it. Not for the benefit they provide, not for any communication goals you might have.

[rasz]

It might take one cold winter to change their minds.

[nathanaldensr]

It appears that very well may happen. When the nature of the uncaring universe is made known to people, many delusions will be swept away.