ClimateWatch: Sun vs. CO2 study conclusion

And the winner is... CO2!
A newer study from Britain shows that there is no connection between the solar activity and the current global warming trend, at least not on a significant level:
'No sun link' to climate change
It makes one wonder why the proponents of many of these alternate theories are so vehement in their claims and refutation of the "mainstream" hypothesis, even if now backed by IPCC and the scientific community worldwide. Maybe some underhanded industry/political gagging or counter-propaganda to muddy the waters and sow distrust.
One more reason to study more on one's own and make judgements with enough accurate facts from reliable sources, and after considering all aspects, and not just what we want to believe, be it pro or con. This is one area that I consider critical for everyone to have some level of awareness about, before it is too late and we won't even know what is going on as we are getting bashed.
Otherwise, I am just enjoying this mid-July light shower in the California Foothills, like never before...