It is generally believed that the heavy summer flooding resulted from the
extensive deforestation. Experts argue that China must introduce a massive
planting program to cope with this disaster. But I doubt whether this program
alone will solve the problem.
It is widely acknowledged that too much indulgence is prone to spoil the
child and brings them no good.
Currently/Recently/Nowadays/At the present/At the present stage/ there is a
widespread/widely-held concern/opinion/ belief/ view that …
Now people in growing number are coming to realize that…
Recently the issue of … has been brought to public attention.
One great man once mentioned that … Now more and more people share the
belief.
There is no denying / doubt that …
Recently attention/stress has been placed/ laid upon …
When asked about the question/matter/problem of… some/many/few/most people
…
Now it is generally/commonly / widely held / thought that…, but I wonder /
doubt that…
There is a heated discussion / debate/ controversy now about the issue of
…
The topic / issue / attitude of … is quite popular among …