[Zuben Elgenubi]

After all, his[Gore's] thesis is empirical, not subjective.

This author needs to check the definitions of these words.

[siunevada]

After all, his[Gore's] thesis is empirical, not subjective.

This author needs to check the definitions of these words.

I infer a bit of sarcasm by the author. Given the thrust of the article (Gore is not a trustworthy source), it seems to fit.