Michael Crichton gave a very interesting speech that talks about the difference between science and "consensus" from a large group that is supposed to represent science." Here is a clipping from the speech
My topic today sounds humorous but unfortunately I am serious. I am going to argue that extraterrestrials lie behind global warming. Or to speak more precisely, I will argue that a belief in extraterrestrials has paved the way, in a progression of steps, to a belief in global warming. Charting this progression of belief will be my task today.It is a long read, but it is worth reading if you're an avid follower of science :-).
Posted by dreamnid at January 31, 2004 01:36 AM | TrackBack