I don't necessarily believe that. However, it wouldn't have to be like that. Scientists do need jobs, tenure, funding, many want recognition. Going against the mainstream would jeopardize all of these things.
Loco, are you suggesting that global warming isn't being caused by the massive amounts of CO2 in the air. We have every factor accounted for that has any sway on the climate.
Are you still in doubt? if so, why?