I don't think we should contribute the popularity of environmentalism to brainwashing or politics. I am pretty sure environmentalism as practiced in the world today is a religion. Even Al Gore saw that... and spoke to direction of the movement some years ago. I think many in the movement was surprised when Al's speeches took on a southern-evangelist preacher tone... for a period.

Ether way... I think the poster deserves a little respect about their concerns... even if misguided.

BTW I like the cheapest waterproof grease I found at the local auto-supply.