If the observation that CO2 lags temperature by 800 years is accurate, then debating short term variations of atmospheric CO2 when compared to short term temperature variations of that atmosphere seems pointless. (joannenova.com.au)
This would also support my contention that shorter term temperature trends are not much good for indicating the future problems. (realclimate.org)
A thermometer that reacts quickly will record short term temperature swings that a heavier and more slowly reacting thermometer does not. (jennifermarohasy.com)