Funny but Sad Truth about Climate Change Denial

There is a 97% consensus from scientists worldwide that anthropogenic climate change is happening. 

David Mitchell humorously highlights the difference between normal people and climate change deniers. Yet why then do climate change deniers still have power? Their arguments are based on misrepresentation, unfounded theories and disproportionate media coverage. They should have been laughed at and forgotten, yet they haven't. And what is so wrong with fighting for a better, greener world anyway?

Dana Nuccitelli argues that conservative media coverage is to blame: Fox News found to be a major driving force behind global warming denial

I'd love to know your thoughts on the issue.